If you love the sub sandwich, then you will love this recipe! It has all of the same ingredients, except without the sub, so it’s low carb & keto friendly! Plus it is gluten free!

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs. ground beef
• 3 bell peppers, sliced (use a variety of colors for the flavors)
• 1 onion, sliced
• 4 oz. cream cheese
• 6-8 slices of provolone cheese
• 1/4 c. chicken broth
• Salt, to taste
• Pepper, to taste
• 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp. smoked paprika
• 1 tsp. garlic powder

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Then drain the excess fat off of it.
3. Add the sliced onion & bell peppers to the skillet. Then cook them until they are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Season the mixture with salt (to taste), pepper (to taste), Italian seasoning, smoked paprika & garlic powder. Stir well to combine.
5. Add the cream cheese to the skillet, mix well until melted & incorporated in the meat and veggies.
6. Pour in the chicken broth & mix until everything is well combined.
7. Transfer the mixture to a prepared casserole dish & spread evenly.
8. Layer the provolone cheese slices on top of the mixture.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted & bubbly.

Tips:

• To customize the flavor, try adding mushrooms or jalapeño peppers for an extra kick.
• Serve with keto-friendly sides like pork rinds, celery sticks, or cucumber slices to add a crunch & compliment the dish!