Paleo Pizza

prep time:: 25 minutes
total time:: 55 minutes

Makes 4 servings

Pizza without the traditional dough and cheese? Why absolutely! Give this a try if you’re trying to eat a little healthier, and a little more primal. Add whatever veggies or meats you like so that it suits your tastes. This is just a basic recipe for a sausage version.

ingredients

3 tsp olive oil, divided
1 cup ground almonds or other nuts
3 Tbs cashew butter
1/3 cup egg whites
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cloves minced garlic
1 chopped red pepper
1/2 cup halved grape tomatoes
1 large Italian sausage, cut in 1/2" slices
1/2 cup marinara sauce
1/2 tsp oregano
1/2 tsp fennel seed

directions

1
Mix ground nuts, cashew butter, and egg whites in a small bowl. Grease a pizza baking sheet or similar with 2 tsp of olive oil, then spread the “dough” mixture over it, making a 1/4" thick crust. Preheat the oven to 250 F. In a skillet, add the remaining olive oil and the sliced sausage. Cook until browned, then remove the sausage to a small bowl. Add the garlic, onions, and red pepper to the skillet. Sauté the veggies lightly, making sure not to let them get too soft.
2
Cover the dough with the marinara sauce, then add the meat and vegetables, excluding the tomatoes. Add the oregano and fennel seed, then bake for 30 minutes. Remove from oven, add the halved tomatoes, and serve! Use a large spatula to carefully remove the slices from the pan, as the nutty “dough” won’t be as crisp as traditional grain dough.

Source: Matt Wood