Meat Pizza Pepperoni Stack (Printable Version)

A crustless, low-carb base layered with mozzarella, pepperoni, and herbs for a flavorful dinner.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meat Base

01 - 1.1 lb ground beef (80/20 ratio)
02 - 1 large egg
03 - 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1 tsp garlic powder
05 - 1 tsp onion powder
06 - 1 tsp dried oregano
07 - ½ tsp salt
08 - ½ tsp black pepper

→ Toppings

09 - 7 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
10 - 3.5 oz sliced pepperoni
11 - ½ cup pizza sauce (sugar-free if low carb)
12 - ½ tsp dried oregano
13 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil (optional)

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking tray or pizza pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, egg, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
03 - Press the beef mixture evenly onto the prepared tray, shaping a round base approximately ½ inch thick.
04 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until browned and most fat has rendered. Blot excess grease with paper towels and drain if necessary.
05 - Spread pizza sauce evenly over the cooked beef base. Layer shredded mozzarella cheese, followed by sliced pepperoni. Sprinkle with dried oregano.
06 - Return to oven and bake an additional 8 to 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
07 - Broil for 1 to 2 minutes for a golden cheese finish, if desired.
08 - Remove from oven, sprinkle with fresh basil if using. Let cool 3 to 5 minutes, then slice and serve.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • It tastes like pizza night but won't leave you sluggish—the protein actually keeps you satisfied.
  • Forty minutes start to finish, and most of that is hands-off baking time.
  • No special equipment or techniques needed, just a mixing bowl and an oven.
02 -
  • Don't skip blotting the grease after the first bake—it's the difference between crispy-edged and soggy-bottomed.
  • If your oven runs hot, your total cook time might be shorter, so check at the minimum time rather than waiting out the full window.
03 -
  • Buy the slightly thicker-cut pepperoni if your store has it—it crisps up at the edges instead of getting lost in the cheese.
  • Let the beef mixture sit for five minutes before pressing it onto the pan; it's easier to shape and spreads more evenly.
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