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 Easy Low Carb Pizza Casserole – All the Flavor, None of the Guilt

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Easy Low Carb Pizza Casserole – all the flavors of your favorite pizza without the carbs! Loaded with seasoned ground meat, cauliflower, mushrooms, bell peppers, pepperoni, and plenty of melted mozzarella and parmesan cheese. This keto-friendly, gluten-free casserole is pure comfort food that the whole family will love!

Ingredients

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  • 14 oz cauliflower florets (bite-sized)
  • 8 oz sliced mushrooms
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 lb halal Italian-style ground beef or chicken sausage
  • 2.5 oz halal beef or turkey pepperoni
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 12 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1.5 cups low-carb marinara sauce

Instructions

  1. Cut cauliflower into florets, microwave with a little water for 3 minutes until tender. Drain and pat dry.
  2. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
  3. Cook halal ground meat in a skillet over medium-high heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
  4. In the same pan, sauté mushrooms in olive oil for about 10 minutes to remove moisture.
  5. Grease a baking dish and spread 1/2 cup marinara sauce on the bottom.
  6. Mix cauliflower, cooked meat, mushrooms, and bell pepper in a bowl.
  7. Layer half the mixture in the dish, add sauce, half the pepperoni, and half the mozzarella.
  8. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients.
  9. Top with parmesan and Italian seasoning, then add remaining pepperoni.
  10. Bake for 30 minutes until hot and bubbly.
  11. Optional: broil for 2–3 minutes for a crispy golden top.
  12. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Make sure to pat the cauliflower dry after microwaving to prevent a watery casserole.
  • Sautéing mushrooms removes excess moisture and concentrates their flavor.
  • Use your favorite low-carb marinara sauce – check labels for added sugar.
  • Add black olives, banana peppers, or jalapeños for extra pizza flavor.
  • Substitute ground chicken or turkey sausage for a lighter option.
  • For a spicier version, use hot Italian sausage or add red pepper flakes.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 5 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
  • This casserole freezes well for up to 3 months – reheat in the oven for best texture.

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