Keto Little Smokies Casserole: A Nostalgic Comfort Food, Ketofied

For those following a ketogenic diet, comfort food can sometimes feel like a distant memory. This keto little smokies casserole recipe brings back the flavors of a nostalgic favorite, offering a satisfying and keto-friendly twist on classic comfort. It's a one-pan dish that's simple to make and customizable to individual preferences, making it perfect for a cozy night in or a casual gathering.

Reimagining a Childhood Favorite

The inspiration for this recipe comes from a deep-seated love for a particular dish, reminiscent of childhood days when simple pleasures held immense value. The original dish, laden with carbs, has been transformed into a keto-friendly version, retaining all the deliciousness without the guilt.

Keto Coney Dog Casserole

Ingredients:

• Ground beef (lean cut recommended)
• Uncured hot dogs (nitrate-free varieties)
• Seasoning
• Beef broth
• Mustard (ballpark-style)
• Ketchup
• Worcestershire sauce
• Cheddar cheese
• Optional toppings: diced white onions, sauerkraut

Instructions:

1. In a 12” cast iron pan, brown ground beef until almost fully cooked.
2. Drain off any excess fat if desired.
3. Stir in seasoning and half of the sliced hot dogs, continue to cook.
4. Deglaze pan with beef broth, mustard, ketchup and Worcestershire.
5. Simmer over medium heat until mixture has reduced.
6. Top with cheddar cheese and remaining hot dogs.
7. Broil for 4-5 minutes until cheese is melted.
8. Serve with your favorite toppings on the side.

Lower Calorie Version:

• Substitute turkey dogs
• Use lean ground turkey breast

Keto Little Smokies Appetizer

For an awesomely delicious appetizer, these easy keto little smokies are the perfect choice. They combine an excellent balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors and are perfect for parties, potlucks, or anytime you'd like a special savory dish!

Ingredients:

• Little smokies (check labels for carb content)
• Keto jam (blueberry blackberry recommended)
• Yellow mustard

Instructions:

Stovetop Method:

1. To a medium saucepan, add keto jam and mustard. Stir or whisk to combine.
2. Add little smokies and stir to combine.
3. Bring to a boil over medium high heat, then simmer until heated through.

Crockpot Method:

1. Stir together the jam and the mustard.
2. Add little smokies to the sauce.
3. Cook on low for 2-3 hours or until heated through.

Oven Method:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Stir together the jam and the mustard.
3. Add little smokies to the sauce.
4. Bake for about 30 minutes or until heated through.

Important Considerations

Hot Dogs and Carbs:

Be mindful of the carb content in little smokies. Some brands contain added corn syrup and dextrose, significantly increasing the carb count. Opt for brands with lower carb counts and no added sugars. Net carb counts per serving can range from zero to six, so it's important to check nutrition labels.

Condiments:

Condiments can make or break a dish. For the Coney Dog Casserole, classic toppings like diced white onions, sauerkraut, and yellow mustard add authentic flavor without adding many carbs. In the Keto Little Smokies Appetizer recipe the keto jam and yellow mustard add amazing tang, sweet, savory, and tangy flavors.

Read also: Easy Low-Carb Cheese Crackers

Customization:

Both recipes are highly customizable. Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese, toppings, or sauces to create your own unique flavor combinations. You can load up the dog with diced white onions, sauerkraut, or a big squeeze of yellow ballpark-style mustard. Since not everyone likes the same condiments, it is recommended to serve them on the side. Everyone can customize their own serving and have exactly what they want. If you don’t want to use little smokies, you can certainly use your favorite cooked sausages.

Ingredient Quality:

When it comes to beef, a leaner cut is recommended to avoid a greasy final product. For those looking to avoid nitrates, many uncured varieties of hotdogs are available.

The Perfect Keto BBQ Sauce

The barbecue sauce is the key component of this dish and will set a good batch of little smokies apart from an average little smokies recipe. The sauce is super simple to make, and if you don’t have every single ingredient it’s no big deal. You can taste it as you go to make sure you get it right. You're calling on our reliable low carb barbecue sauce to push this dish over the top.

Nutritional Information

Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is calculated with the assistance of a third party service. Values are approximate, can’t be guaranteed, and should be considered as estimates only. Values differ according to types and brands of foods used. When used in a recipe, erythritol has been removed from the carb count as it is a sugar alcohol.

Read also: Keto Calorie Counting: A Detailed Guide

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