🔥 Ultimate Loaded Low-Carb Crustless Pizza Bowl (Extra Cheesy & Flavor-Packed!) 🔥
🍕 A Deep-Dish Pizza Experience—Without the Carbs!
📝 Supercharged Ingredients:
For the Base:
- 1 tbsp olive oil (or bacon grease for extra flavor!)
- ½ cup onions (swap for shallots for a sweeter taste)
- ½ cup green bell peppers (add red & yellow peppers for color)
- 1 cup mushrooms (try cremini or portobello for meatier texture)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 lb ground beef (or mix beef + Italian sausage for bold flavor!)
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning (or ¼ tsp each oregano, basil, thyme)
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (for heat!)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
For the Pizza Toppings:
- ½ cup sugar-free marinara (or spicy arrabbiata sauce)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella (or a mix of mozzarella + provolone)
- ½ cup sharp cheddar (for extra tang)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan (plus extra for garnish)
- ¼ cup pepperoni slices (turkey or regular)
- ¼ cup crispy bacon bits (because everything’s better with bacon!)
- ¼ cup sliced black olives
- ¼ cup pickled jalapeños (optional, for spice lovers)
For the Finishing Touch:
- Fresh basil leaves (torn)
- Drizzle of sugar-free ranch or garlic aioli
- Extra red pepper flakes & oregano
👩🍳 Next-Level Instructions:
1️⃣ Sauté Like a Pro
- Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet (for the best crusty edges!).
- Add onions, peppers, mushrooms—sauté until caramelized (5-6 mins).
- Toss in garlic & red pepper flakes, cook 30 sec until aromatic.
2️⃣ Beef It Up
- Add ground beef (or sausage mix) and break it up.
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt & pepper—cook until deeply browned (not just gray!).
- Pro Tip: Drain some fat (keep a little for flavor!).
3️⃣ Sauce & Cheese Bomb
- Stir in marinara sauce and let it simmer 2 mins.
- Layer ½ the cheese (mozzarella + cheddar) over the meat.
- Add pepperoni, bacon, olives, jalapeños—press them in!
- Top with remaining cheese (Parmesan too!).
4️⃣ Broil to Perfection
- Broil on high 2-3 mins until golden, bubbly, crispy-edged.
- Watch closely! Cheese should be lightly charred in spots.
5️⃣ Garnish & Devour
- Fresh basil on top.
- Drizzle with ranch or aioli (optional but life-changing).
- Serve sizzling hot—with a fork or just dig in with low-carb garlic bread (cheese crisps!).
💡 Pro Chef Secrets:
✅ Crispy Pepperoni Hack: Microwave pepperoni between paper towels for 30 sec before adding—extra crunchy!
✅ Make It a Casserole: Double the recipe, bake in a dish, and slice into squares for meal prep!
✅ Keto Boost: Stir in 1 tbsp cream cheese with the marinara for a richer, gooier texture.
🔥 Why This is the BEST Pizza Bowl?
✔ No sad, soggy crust—just bold, cheesy, meaty goodness!
✔ Customizable (add spinach, artichokes, or even pineapple if you dare!).
✔ Ready in 20 mins—faster than delivery!
Who needs takeout when you can make THIS?! 😍 Want it spicier, cheesier, or with a twist? Let me know! 🍕🔥
