Low Carb Pizza Casserole (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Vegetables
01 -
14 ounces cauliflower florets, cut into bite-size pieces
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8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
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1 green pepper, cut into bite-size pieces
→ Protein
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2 pounds Italian sausage, casings removed if applicable
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2.5 ounces pepperoni
→ Dairy
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12 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
07 -
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, powdered
→ Condiments & Sauces
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1.5 cups low-carb pasta sauce, such as Rao's Homemade Marinara
→ Spices & Oils
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
# Instructions:
01 -
Place the cut cauliflower in a microwave-safe bowl with 1 cup of water. Cover with a damp paper towel and microwave on high for approximately 3 minutes or until tender but not overcooked. Drain and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the Italian sausage for about 15 minutes. Drain excess fat and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add olive oil and sauté mushrooms over medium-high heat for 10 minutes to remove excess water. Set aside when done.
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Spray a 13x9 inch casserole dish with non-stick spray. Spread ½ cup of pasta sauce on the bottom of the dish.
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In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower, cooked sausage, mushrooms, and green peppers. Toss together until well mixed.
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Spread half of the mixture in the casserole dish. Top with ½ cup of pasta sauce, followed by half of the pepperoni slices, pressing them slightly between the toppings, and 6 ounces of shredded mozzarella cheese.
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Spread the remaining mixture on top of the cheese, followed by the remaining pepperoni slices (reserving 10 slices for the topping), the rest of the pasta sauce, and the remaining 6 ounces of mozzarella cheese.
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In a small bowl, mix together the Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Sprinkle the mixture over the top of the casserole, then add the 10 reserved pepperoni slices. Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is fully melted.