Crustless Pizza Skillet

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground sausage (or ground pork)
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons pizza or marinara sauce (optional)
• 2 oz green bell pepper (optional, chopped)
• 4 oz mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 4 oz cheddar cheese, shredded
• 14 slices pepperoni

Instructions:

1. Cook the Sausage:

   • In a cast-iron or oven-proof skillet, cook the ground sausage (or pork) over medium heat. Break it apart as it cooks to crumble it.
   • Cook for about 5-6 minutes until it’s fully browned and cooked through.

2. Season the Sausage:

   • Once the sausage is cooked, add Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt.
   • If desired, mix in 2 tablespoons of pizza or marinara sauce to add some extra flavor.

3. Cook the Vegetables:

   • Push the sausage to the sides of the skillet, making space in the center.
   • If using, add the chopped green bell pepper (or any other vegetables you prefer) to the center of the skillet.
   • Cook the vegetables for about 2-3 minutes until softened, then stir them into the sausage mixture. Remove the skillet from the heat.

4. Add the Cheese:

   • Evenly sprinkle most of the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the sausage mixture.
   • Place the pepperoni slices (or any other toppings you like) over the cheese.
   • Finally, top with the remaining shredded cheese to create a cheesy layer.

5. Broil the Skillet:

   • Place the skillet under the broiler on high for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly browned.

6. Serve:

   • Remove from the oven and let it cool for a minute or two before serving.

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Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 518
• Fat: 40.1g
• Protein: 35.6g
• Total Carbs: 3.3g
• Net Carbs: 2.8g

Enjoy your crustless pizza! It’s packed with flavor, and the melted cheese combined with your favorite toppings is sure to satisfy your cravings.