cauliflower pizza crust

Ingredients

• 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup pizza sauce
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• Your favorite pizza toppings

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Steam cauliflower florets for 8-10 minutes, until tender. Alternatively, you can roast them at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, tossing halfway through.
3. Drain cauliflower well. Wrap the cauliflower in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze firmly to remove as much moisture as possible. This is crucial for a crispy crust.
4. Transfer the drained cauliflower to a large bowl.
5. Add Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the cauliflower.
6. Using a food processor, pulse until the cauliflower resembles couscous. Be careful not to over-process into a puree.
7. Spread the cauliflower mixture evenly onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Using your hands or a spatula, press the mixture firmly to form a 12-inch pizza crust shape. The tighter you press, the better.
9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and firm.
10. Remove from oven.
11. Spread pizza sauce evenly over the crust.
12. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and your desired toppings.
13. Return to the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
14. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

• For a crispier crust, you can bake the crust directly on a pizza stone or baking steel.
• A food processor makes this process much easier, but you can also grate the cauliflower by hand.
• Removing excess moisture is key to preventing a soggy crust. Don't skip the squeezing step!
• Store leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.