Low Carb Pizza Casserole (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Vegetables
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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
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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:
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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 the cauliflower is tender but not overcooked.
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Drain the cauliflower 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 Italian 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 (press 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.
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Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the dish is heated through and the cheese is fully melted.
# Notes:
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Each serving contains 4 net carbs, making it suitable for a low-carb or keto diet.