Crustless Pizza Bake

Craving pizza but want to stick to your low-carb lifestyle? Look no further than our delectable Crustless Pizza Bake. This mouthwatering dish delivers all the flavors you love in a traditional pizza, minus the carb-loaded crust. With layers of gooey cheese, savory pepperoni, and aromatic Italian seasonings, this recipe is a keto dream come true. Get ready to enjoy the taste of pizza while staying on track with your healthy eating goals.

Crustless Pizza Bake

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 25 minutes

Serves: 6

Difficulty: Easy

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Keto-friendly

kcal: Approximately 250 kcal per serving

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup low-carb marinara sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
  • Chopped fresh basil (for garnish)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Stir in the low-carb marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Allow the mixture to simmer for a few minutes.
  4. Transfer the beef and sauce mixture to a greased baking dish.
  5. Spread half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the beef mixture.
  6. Layer the sliced pepperoni over the cheese.
  7. Top with the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Garnish with chopped fresh basil before serving.

Note: Feel free to customize the toppings to your liking. You can add diced bell peppers, sliced olives, or any other keto-friendly pizza toppings you enjoy.

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

  • Calories: 250 kcal
  • Fat: 18g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 18g

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