Cauliflower Crust Pizza - Pioneer Woman

By norsegal8

Ingredients

• 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 large egg
• 2 cups freshly grated mozzarella
• 1/4 cup Spicy Pizza Sauce, recipe follows
• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
• 4 cups baby greens
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• Parmesan shavings, for topping
• 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• Three 15-ounce cans crushed tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Details

Servings 2
Preparation time 35mins
Cooking time 110mins
Adapted from foodnetwork.com

Preparation

Step 1

For the pizza: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

Pulse the cauliflower florets in a food processor to a fine snowy powder (you should have about 2 1/2 cups). Transfer the processed cauliflower to a microwave-safe bowl and cover. Microwave until soft, 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a clean, dry kitchen towel and allow to cool.

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. In a large bowl, stir together the cauliflower, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, egg and 1 cup of the mozzarella until well combined. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and press into a 10-inch round. Bake until golden, 10 to 15 minutes.

Remove the crust from the oven and top with the Spicy Pizza Sauce and remaining 1 cup mozzarella. Bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly, 10 minutes more. Garnish with fresh basil leaves just before serving.

For the salad: Meanwhile, add the greens to a large bowl. Whisk together the olive oil, baslsamic and salt and pepper to taste in a measuring cup. Pour over the greens and toss. Top with Parmesan shavings.