Are you craving pizza but want to skip the carbs? Look no further! Dive into the world of Crustless Pizza Bake, a mouthwatering alternative that satisfies your pizza cravings without the guilt. Let’s explore the recipe and the savory journey of crafting this delightful dish.

Pizza Sauce Ingredients:

INGREDIENTS	QUANTITY
Tomato Sauce	1 cup
Dried Oregano	1 teaspoon
Dried Basil	1 teaspoon
Garlic Powder	1/2 teaspoon
Salt	To taste
Black Pepper	To taste

Pizza Bake Ingredients:

INGREDIENTS	QUANTITY
Ground Beef (or alternatives)	1 pound
Onion	1 small, chopped
Red Bell Pepper	1/2, chopped
Green Bell Pepper	1/2, chopped
Shredded Mozzarella Cheese	1 1/2 cups
Sliced Black Olives	1/2 cup
Sliced Pepperoni	1/2 cup (low-carb brand)
Grated Parmesan Cheese	1/4 cup
Red Pepper Flakes (optional)	1/4 teaspoon (for heat)
Fresh Basil Leaves (optional)	For garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat Your Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • Grease a 9×9-inch (23×23 cm) baking dish.
2. Prepare the Pizza Sauce:
   • Mix together tomato sauce, dried oregano, dried basil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
   • Set aside.
3. Brown the Ground Beef:
   • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned.
   • Drain any excess fat.
4. Add Vegetables:
   • Add chopped onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper to the skillet with the browned beef.
   • Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables soften.
5. Layer the Bake:
   • Spread half of the prepared pizza sauce in the greased baking dish.
   • Place the beef and vegetable mixture on top.
   • Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese, sliced black olives, and sliced pepperoni.
   • Pour the remaining pizza sauce over the top.
   • Add the remaining mozzarella cheese, sliced olives, and sliced pepperoni.
6. Finish with Parmesan:
   • Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top. Add red pepper flakes for heat if desired.
7. Bake:
   • Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven.
   • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
8. Garnish and Serve:
   • Remove the Crustless Pizza Bake from the oven.
   • Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
   • Garnish with fresh basil leaves for a burst of color and flavor.
9. Enjoy:
   • Serve your Crustless Pizza Bake hot and savor all the familiar pizza flavors without the carbs!