Crustless Pizza Bake

Are you craving pizza but want to skip the carbs? Look no further! Dive into the world of Crustless Pizza Bake, a mouthwatering alternative that satisfies your pizza cravings without the guilt. Let’s explore the recipe and the savory journey of crafting this delightful dish.

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Pizza Sauce Ingredients:

Ingredients Quantity
Tomato Sauce 1 cup
Dried Oregano 1 teaspoon
Dried Basil 1 teaspoon
Garlic Powder 1/2 teaspoon
Salt To taste
Black Pepper To taste

Pizza Bake Ingredients:

Ingredients Quantity
Ground Beef (or alternatives) 1 pound
Onion 1 small, chopped
Red Bell Pepper 1/2, chopped
Green Bell Pepper 1/2, chopped
Shredded Mozzarella Cheese 1 1/2 cups
Sliced Black Olives 1/2 cup
Sliced Pepperoni 1/2 cup (low-carb brand)
Grated Parmesan Cheese 1/4 cup
Red Pepper Flakes (optional) 1/4 teaspoon (for heat)
Fresh Basil Leaves (optional) For garnish

Instructions:

  1. Preheat Your Oven:
    • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
    • Grease a 9×9-inch (23×23 cm) baking dish.
  2. Prepare the Pizza Sauce:
    • Mix together tomato sauce, dried oregano, dried basil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
    • Set aside.
  3. Brown the Ground Beef:
    • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned.
    • Drain any excess fat.
  4. Add Vegetables:
    • Add chopped onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper to the skillet with the browned beef.
    • Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables soften.
  5. Layer the Bake:
    • Spread half of the prepared pizza sauce in the greased baking dish.
    • Place the beef and vegetable mixture on top.
    • Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese, sliced black olives, and sliced pepperoni.
    • Pour the remaining pizza sauce over the top.
    • Add the remaining mozzarella cheese, sliced olives, and sliced pepperoni.
  6. Finish with Parmesan:
    • Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top. Add red pepper flakes for heat if desired.
  7. Bake:
    • Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven.
    • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
  8. Garnish and Serve:
    • Remove the Crustless Pizza Bake from the oven.
    • Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
    • Garnish with fresh basil leaves for a burst of color and flavor.
  9. Enjoy:
    • Serve your Crustless Pizza Bake hot and savor all the familiar pizza flavors without the carbs!

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