You're probably thinking exactly what my mother said when I was very excited to tell her about my newest creation - "Eww...you made WHAT kind of pizza crust? Oh Crystal.....that's weird!"
It may not be what most people think of making on a Friday night after a long week of work, but it was definitely worth it in the end.
This type of pizza crust is a big hit with the "Paleo Diet" community and those following a gluten free, grain free or any lower-carb lifestyle.
Compared to the white flour alternative, this is definitely worth a try!!
Here is what you'll need to make your first cauliflower pizza crust:
Inspired by:
http://detoxinista.com/2012/01/the-secret-to-perfect-cauliflower-pizza-crust/
1 large head of cauliflower
1/3 c. light ricotta or goat cheese
2 triangles laughing cow cheese **optional
1 egg
pinch salt
1 tsp italian or greek seasoning
Step 1 - Pre-heat your oven to 400 F and get chopping!
Step 2 - Wash & chop cauliflower. Place in a food processor until it forms a 'rice-like' consistency forms.
Step 3 - Boil an inch of water in a large pot. Cook cauliflower (covered) for 4-5 minutes
Step 4 - Drain your cauliflower in a fine mesh strainer or this "Jelly Bag"....I found this at Canadian Tire: http://www.bernardin.ca/pages/product_page/47.php?pid=67
the trick here is to let the cauliflower cool a bit as it will be VERY HOT...the most important step here is to SQUEEZE out as much liquid as possible from the boiled cauliflower.
Step 5 - Mix the cheese, egg and seasonings together with the cauliflower. Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Form the cauliflower mixture into a square (or circular) crust.
Step 6 - Bake the cauliflower pizza crust at 400 F for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown
Step 7 - Load your pizza with toppings!
I had pre-roasted some brussel sprouts (again, suprisingly delicious!). We also used extra lean ground turkey breast cooked with spicy salsa, sun-dried tomatoes, peppers and bit of a parmesan cheese sprinkle.
I challenge you to try it!!!! You may never go back.......
