This is rich, creamy casserole loaded with savory sausage and burst cherry tomatoes. This high-protein, low-carb version is a comforting, cheesy one-dish meal that’s perfect for weeknights or meal prep.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Creamy, cheesy base with juicy sausage and roasted tomatoes exactly like your photo
- Very high protein from sausage and cheese
- Easy one-pan recipe with minimal prep
- Diabetic-friendly, sugar-free, and keto-approved
- Hearty, satisfying, and full of flavor
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 1.5 lbs ground sausage (sugar-free Italian or breakfast)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 4 oz (115g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until browned and crumbled. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add heavy cream, cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and melted.
- Stir in cooked sausage and cherry tomatoes. Transfer mixture to a baking dish.
- Bake 15–20 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Prep Time: 10 minutes Bake Time: 15–20 minutes Total Time: 25–30 minutes
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~420
- Protein: 32g (high)
- Total Carbs: 6g
- Net Carbs: 5g
- Fat: 32g
