Crust-less Pizza Bowl

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onions
1/2 cup chopped green bell peppers
1 cup sliced mushrooms
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound ground beef, Italian sausage, or ground turkey
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup marinara sauce
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare 2–3 oven-safe ramekins or small baking dishes.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.

Push the veggies to one side of the skillet and add the ground beef or turkey. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.

Stir in the marinara sauce and let the mixture simmer for 2–3 minutes to combine the flavors.

Divide the meat and veggie mixture evenly into your ramekins. Top with shredded mozzarella, then sprinkle with Parmesan and crushed red pepper flakes if using.

Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly with golden spots.

Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then garnish with fresh basil or parsley. Serve hot and dig into your guilt-free pizza bowl!