Paleo? Atkins? Weight Watchers? What the heck?
I have never been one to jump on the diet trend bandwagon but I've certainly always tried my best to eat as healthy as possible. A gluten free/clean eating/whole foods 'diet' is something I strive to live by, and very recently have really made this type of cooking a must in our house. At my office, we have a traditional pizza/cake celebration anytime there is a birthday. Well, today we are celebrating for my brother's bday (which is actually on Sunday!) since I don't want to participate in the greasy pizza/cake galore luncheon I've opted to make my own pizza- Gluten Free. I made it last night and you guys, it is amazing! Seriously. It is SO good! It tastes fresh, flavorful and best of all you know you are eating all healthy ingredients! You can't beat that. Whether you are gluten free, paleo or just want a new recipe to try, I definitely recommend this. If you do try it, let me know what you think!
For the crust you will need:
2 cups almond meal
2 eggs
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh rosemary
I chose to have Italian sausage, yellow squash and olives for my topping but like any pizza, you can choose whichever toppings you desire!
Step One: Mix all the ingredients for crust into bowl and stir until thick.
Step Two: Form dough into round ball
Step Three: On lightly greased pan, using your hands, push dough out to form a nice round pizza shape.
Step Four: Bake crust in pre-heated oven for 20 minutes. While dough is baking, ready toppings (fry up sausage, cut veggies, etc)
Step Five: Top baked crust with organic pizza sauce and toppings.
Step Six: After all your toppings are on, bake pizza for 25 more minutes.
Step Seven: Cut, serve & enjoy your healthy gluten free pizza!!
Original Recipe from: Everyday Paleo Cook Book
