Ingredients:

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 3 cups cauliflower rice
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream

Instructions:

  1. Heat the skillet over medium high heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it into large chunks.
  2. Let the meat sit undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until a mahogany colored crust forms, then break it down. Drain excess fat. Note: This is where the flavor lives.
  3. Lower heat to medium. Stir in the diced onion and butter, sautéing until translucent.
  4. Add the minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, stirring for 60 seconds.
  5. Toss in the cauliflower rice. Increase heat slightly and sauté for 5-7 minutes until edges turn slightly golden.
  6. Reduce heat to low. Stir in the softened cream cheese until completely melted and velvety.
  7. Fold in the shredded cheddar and heavy cream.
  8. Stir gently until the cheese is gooey and fully incorporated.