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Low Carb Pizza Casserole

This Low Carb Pizza Casserole is a quick, comforting, and satisfying dish perfect for those watching their carb intake. It delivers all the cheesy, saucy, pepperoni goodness of pizza without the carb-heavy crust, making it a guilt-free way to enjoy a pizza night alternative.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 1 cup sliced pepperoni
  • 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers
  • 1/2 cup chopped onions
  • 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup sliced olives
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened optional

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Oven
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula or spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground meat over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Stir in the Italian seasoning and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Pour in the low-carb pizza sauce and stir to combine.
  5. If using cream cheese, add it to the skillet and stir until melted and creamy.
  6. Pour the meat sauce mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  7. Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the meat sauce.
  8. Arrange the pepperoni, bell peppers, onions, mushrooms and olives over the cheese.
  9. Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the casserole is heated through.
  11. Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

Don't overcook the meat. Use good quality low-carb sauce. Pre-cook veggies if desired. The casserole can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 24 hours or frozen for up to 3 months. Experiment with different cheeses and toppings. For an even lower-carb option, add a layer of riced cauliflower to the bottom of the casserole.