Pizza Casserole Low Carb (Print Format)

Get all the pizza goodness minus the carbs! This gluten-free, hearty casserole is both irresistible and satisfying.

# Ingredients:

→ Vegetables

01 - 8 ounces of mushrooms, thinly sliced
02 - 14 ounces of small cauliflower pieces
03 - 1 green bell pepper, chopped into chunks

→ Protein

04 - 2.5 ounces of sliced pepperoni
05 - 2 pounds of Italian sausage, with casings removed if necessary

→ Dairy

06 - 12 ounces of shredded mozzarella
07 - 1/4 cup powdered Parmesan

→ Condiments & Sauces

08 - 1.5 cups of low-carb marinara sauce, such as Rao's

→ Spices & Oils

09 - 1 teaspoon of dried Italian herbs
10 - 1 tablespoon of olive oil

# Steps:

01 - Put the cauliflower into a bowl that’s safe for microwaves. Add 1 cup of water, cover it with a damp paper towel, and cook on high power for about 3 minutes, just until it's soft but firm to the bite.
02 - After draining, pat the cauliflower dry using some paper towels. Set it aside for later.
03 - Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to get it ready.
04 - Use a large pan over medium-high heat to cook the sausage. Break it up as it cooks, letting it brown for about 15 minutes. Pour off any extra grease and put it aside.
05 - In the same pan, add olive oil and cook the mushrooms on medium-high heat for around 10 minutes. Stir occasionally until they release their moisture. Once done, move them to the side.
06 - Lightly grease a 13x9 inch baking dish with non-stick spray. Spread a thin layer (½ cup) of pasta sauce over the bottom.
07 - Using a big mixing bowl, stir together the prepared cauliflower, green pepper, mushrooms, and sausage. Make sure everything is evenly combined.
08 - Spoon half the mixed ingredients into the baking dish. Pour ½ cup of sauce over it, layer with half the pepperoni slices, and scatter 6 ounces of mozzarella on top.
09 - Repeat by adding the remaining mix, layering with the rest of the sauce, and most of the pepperoni (save 10 slices for the top). Finish with another 6 ounces of mozzarella.
10 - Combine the Parmesan and Italian seasoning in a small bowl. Sprinkle it over the top, then arrange the saved pepperoni slices.
11 - Bake in the hot oven for 30 minutes. Once it’s fully heated through and the cheese is bubbly, it’s ready to serve.

# Tips:

01 - This dish has 4 net carbs per serving, making it a great choice for keto or low-carb plans.

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