Cauliflower Crust Pizza
Serves: 4
Jacklyn McClure
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
55
Spice
51
Sweetness
46
Sourness
33
mins
Prep time (avg)
4.5
Difficulty
Ingredients:
1 medium
Cauliflower (head, cut into florets)1 cup
Grated Parmesan1 tsp
Italian Seasoning1 large
Egg2 cups
Grated Mozzarella (freshly)2 tbsps
Olive Oil1 tbsp
Balsamic Vinegar3 cloves
Garlic (minced)1 medium
Onion (finely chopped)1 cup
Chicken Broth1 tbsp
Brown Sugar1 tsp
Red Pepper FlakeDirections:
1
For the pizza: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F
2
Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper
3
Pulse the cauliflower florets in a food processor to a fine snowy powder (you should have about 2 1/2 cups)
4
Transfer the processed cauliflower to a microwave-safe bowl and cover
5
Microwave until soft, 4 to 6 minutes
6
Transfer to a clean, dry kitchen towel and allow to cool
7
When cool enough to handle, wrap the cauliflower in the towel and wring out as much moisture as possible, transferring to a second towel if necessary
8
In a large bowl, stir together the cauliflower, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, egg and 1 cup of the mozzarella until well combined
9
Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and press into a 10-inch round
10
Bake until golden, 10 to 15 minutes
11
Remove the crust from the oven and top with the Spicy Pizza Sauce and remaining 1 cup mozzarella
12
Bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly, 10 minutes more
13
Garnish with fresh basil leaves just before serving
14
For the salad: Meanwhile, add the greens to a large bowl
15
Whisk together the olive oil, baslsamic and salt and pepper to taste in a measuring cup
16
Pour over the greens and toss
17
Top with Parmesan shavings
18
Heat a pan over medium-high heat until hot
19
Add a tablespoon or so of olive oil, throw in the garlic and chopped onions and give them a stir
20
Cook until the onions are soft, 4 to 5 minutes
21
Add the chicken broth, whisking to deglaze the bottom of the pan
22
Cook until the liquid reduces by half
23
Add the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine
24
Add the brown sugar, red pepper flakes and salt and pepper to taste and stir
25
Bring to a simmer, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes
26
Let cool, then puree the sauce