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Crispy Cauliflower Crust Meat Lovers Pizza

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A low-carb, crispy cauliflower crust pizza loaded with bacon, sausage, and pepperoni, perfect for a hearty and flavorful dinner without the heavy carb load of traditional pizza dough.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium head of cauliflower (about 4 cups grated)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (whole milk preferred)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 ounces cooked bacon, chopped
  • 4 ounces Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled
  • 20 slices pepperoni
  • 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup pizza sauce
  • Optional: Fresh basil leaves
  • Optional: Red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Remove leaves and core from cauliflower, then pulse in a food processor until it reaches a rice-like texture (about 4 cups). Alternatively, grate finely with a box grater.
  3. Steam the grated cauliflower in a microwave-safe bowl for 5 minutes or steam in a pot with a steamer basket for 5-7 minutes until tender but not mushy.
  4. Drain and squeeze out as much moisture as possible from the steamed cauliflower using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower, eggs, 1 cup mozzarella, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well incorporated.
  6. Transfer the mixture onto the parchment-lined baking sheet and press into a 12-inch round or rectangle about ¼-inch thick, with slightly thicker edges.
  7. Bake the crust for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and firm to the touch.
  8. While the crust bakes, cook bacon until crispy and crumble. Brown the sausage in a skillet and drain excess fat.
  9. Spread ½ cup pizza sauce evenly over the baked crust. Sprinkle 1 cup mozzarella cheese, then add bacon, sausage, and pepperoni slices. Top with remaining ½ cup mozzarella.
  10. Bake again for 8-10 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and edges of crust deepen in color.
  11. Let the pizza cool for 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh basil leaves and red pepper flakes if desired. Slice and serve.

Notes

Drain cauliflower thoroughly to avoid soggy crust. Pre-bake crust before adding toppings to keep it crispy. Cook and drain meats before topping to prevent excess grease. Use parchment paper for easy cleanup. If crust cracks, press pieces back gently before serving. Reheat slices in oven at 375°F for 8-10 minutes to restore crispiness.

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