Paleo Pizza

I believe cooking and baking is a form of art; from the way you present it, the freedom you have to stray from a recipe, to the opportunity to create your own recipe. I like to add my own twist to everything to make it my own. However, I usually always refer to another recipe to get me started, and I will always give credit to those I copy. With that said, I hardly ever follow an exact recipe, I take bits and pieces to get going and then I go off on my own.  More recently I have been challenging myself by creating my own recipes.

Cauliflower Crust

I had no idea how to make pizza using cauliflower but I knew it was possible, I followed a recipe from another paleo blogger. It came out great, I do recommend opting for a thick crust when you lay it out; and making sure you cook it long enough before applying the toppings. By "long enough," I mean, make sure the crust is firm in the center (and throughout all the crust). Recipe adapted from The Fit Dish

Pesto Sauce

I decided to go with a pesto sauce for the base of my pizza, choose what you like best or try something new! Recipe adapted from Amazing Paleo.

Toppings

For the toppings I went off on my own, this can be as simple or extravagant as you want. What do you like? Throw it on the pizza!

Toppings

• Steamed brussel sprouts
• Sliced tomatoes
• Grilled chicken (I seasoned mine with salt, pepper, thyme, and some of the pesto sauce)
• Cilantro
• Red sauce for dipping

Process

•  Follow recipe for crust
• Follow recipe for sauce, or create your own
• Apply toppings, and cook 5-7 minutes, or until toppings have blended. If you are using any leafy greens apply those after you remove the pizza from the oven. (Note: The oven will already be set at 425)

Voila! Delicious paleo friendly, low carb pizza! Enjoy!