🥩 Creamy Beef "Lasagna" Bowl (1 lb Version)

Stovetop + fridge + microwave | No oven

2-4 Servings 126g Protein 15g Carbs

Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 10-15 minutes

Rich, cheesy, comforting, and packed with protein.

Some days, you want all the comfort of a homemade meal without spending hours in the kitchen. That's exactly how this Creamy Beef "Lasagna" Bowl came to be. I was craving something warm, filling, and satisfying, but I didn't want to deal with layers, baking, or a sink full of dishes afterward.

With just a handful of simple ingredients, this recipe delivers all the rich, cheesy flavors that make lasagna so comforting while keeping things low-carb and carnivore-friendly. The combination of cream cheese, cottage cheese, and melted shredded cheese creates a creamy, indulgent texture that pairs perfectly with seasoned ground beef.

What I love most about this recipe is how versatile it is. Enjoy it fresh from the skillet, portion it into containers for meal prep, or freeze servings for those busy days when cooking is the last thing on your mind. It's simple, protein-packed, and reheats beautifully, making it an easy addition to any weekly meal rotation.

Whether you're following a carnivore lifestyle, focusing on higher-protein meals, or simply looking for an easy comfort-food dinner, this bowl is proof that delicious doesn't have to be complicated. 🥩🧀🍽️

Ingredients

• 1 lb 85% lean ground beef

• 4 oz cream cheese

• ½ cup cottage cheese

• 1 cup shredded cheese

• 1 tbsp Kerrygold butter

2Instructions

Step 1: Brown the Beef

1. Heat a skillet over medium heat.

2. Add ground beef.

3. Break apart with a spatula.

4. Cook for 6–8 minutes, until fully browned.

5. Drain excess grease if desired.

Step 2: Add Butter

1. Lower heat to low.

2. Add Kerrygold butter.

3. Stir until melted into the beef.

Step 3: Add Cream Cheese

1. Cut cream cheese into cubes.

2. Add to skillet.

3. Stir until completely melted and creamy.

Step 4: Add Cottage Cheese

1. Turn off heat.

2. Stir in cottage cheese.

3. Mix until evenly combined.

Step 5: Add Shredded Cheese

1. Add shredded cheese.

2. Stir until melted and creamy.

3. Cover skillet for 1–2 minutes if needed.

Step 6: Serve & Enjoy

Serve immediately while warm.

The mixture should be rich, creamy, and fully melted, similar to the cheesy filling from a classic lasagna.

Meal Prep Instructions

To Refrigerate

1. Spoon into meal prep containers.

2. Cool on the counter for 10–15 minutes.

3. Refrigerate for 1–2 hours before storing.

To Freeze

1. Allow mixture to cool completely.

2. Transfer to freezer-safe containers.

3. Freeze for up to 3 months.

Reheating Instructions

From Refrigerator

• Microwave 60–90 seconds.

• Stir halfway through.

From Frozen

• Microwave 2–3 minutes.

• Stir halfway through.

• Add a splash of heavy cream if desired.

Tracking Information

Entire Recipe

• Protein: 126g

• Carbs: 15g

Per Serving (4 Servings)

• Protein: 31.5g

• Carbs: 3.75g