This Paleo Pizza Casserole is seriously to die for! The creamy cashew cream combined with the cassava flour gluten free noodles, ground beef and turkey pepperoni is seriously to die for! This recipe takes less than 30 minutes to prepare and is something the whole family can eat.
If you enjoy this pasta dish, you would also enjoy my Gluten Free Ravioli as well.
Paleo pizza casserole ingredients:
- Cassava flour noodles-I love Jovial, but any kind of gluten free noodle will work!
- Ground beef-I like using Butcher Box. Every month they send me a shipment of my favorite grass fed meats and sustainable seafoods. It is the best quality! If you use my link HERE you can get free bacon for life.
- Yellow onion and garlic-To give the beef flavor.
- Ghee-To saute the onion and garlic in.
- Red sauce-I like Rao’s.
- Turkey pepperoni-I am obsessed with Applegate’s turkey pepperoni.
For the cashew cheese:
- Cashews-Soaked in water to make them nice and soft. This will make it easier to turn them into a cream.
- Lemon, garlic and salt-For taste.
- Olive oil-My go to oil of choice. You can use avocado oil but it may change the flavor of the vegan cashew cheese.
Optional dairy free ranch:
- Avocado mayo-This is the base.
- Dill, garlic powder and onion powder-For flavor.
How to make:
- First, preheat the oven to 350.
- Next, make the noodles according to the instructions on the box minus 2 minutes. They will continue to cook in the oven so you do not want them well done.
- Now, cook the beef. First, add the ghee to a pan with the garlic and onion. Sautee for 2 minutes then add the beef to the pan and cook until it is no longer pink.
For the dairy free cheese sauce:
- Drain the cashews and add all ingredients to your food processor and blend until smooth.
- To assemble, place all ingredients in a casserole dish, mix and bake for 30 minutes.
How should I reheat this?
- I always suggest reheating in the oven rather than the microwave, it tastes better this way! I suggest reheating in the oven at 350 for 5-10 minutes.
What should I serve this with?
This casserole is good by itself but you can also serve it with sides. A few of my favorites are:
If you like this recipe, you will LOVE:
- Instant pot pork butt with honey mustard bowls
- Deconstructed burger bowls
- Keto big mac casserole
- Paleo swedish meatballs
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Paleo Pizza Casserole
Servings 3 servings
983kcal
Cost $10
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Equipment
- Casserole dish
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef Use my link and get FREE bacon for life from Butcher Box.
- 1 yellow onion chopped
- 1 box cassava noodles or any kind of grain free noodle works
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp ghee
- 2 cups red sauce
- 1/2 cup turkey pepperoni I like applegate
For the cashew cheese:
- 1 cup raw cashews It is ideal that the cashews soak for at least 4 hours.
- 2 lemons
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup water
- sea salt
OPTIONAL: (to serve) dairy free ranch
- 1 cup avocado mayo
- 2 tsp dried dill
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
Instructions
For the pasta:
- Boil water on the stove for the pasta, cook it for 2 minutes less than the box says to cook it (it will cook more in the oven.)
For the cashew cheese:
- Drain the cashews and place all ingredients in the food processor and blend for 3-4 minutes until the sauce is no longer grainy and it is smooth.
For the beef bake:
- Preheat the oven to 350. Add the ghee to the pan and add in the onions, saute for 3 minutes then add in ground beef and garlic powder. Cook the beef until it is no longer pink. Once the beef is done, combine the noodles, cashew cheese, beef, red sauce, and turkey pepperoni to a casserole dish. Bake for 30 minutes. If you enjoyed this recipe it would mean the world to me if you rated it and left a comment below. It helps others find it on google.
For the ranch:
- Mix all ingredients in a bowl until smooth.
This paleo pizza casserole is seriously to die for! So simple to make and something for the whole family..
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 983kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 77g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 40g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 169mg | Sodium: 5757mg | Potassium: 1119mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 37IU | Vitamin C: 41mg | Calcium: 88mg | Iron: 8mg
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Katie says
Can I over soak the cashews? I’m thinking of sticking them in water today to use for tomorrow.
That is perfect! The longer they soak, the better!
JoAnn says
Delicious! My super picky teenage son liked it. He had to know every ingredient and was pleasantly surprised. My husband said best whole30(ish) dish I’ve ever made. Thanks for a great recipe!
This makes me happy to hear! xoxo
Christina says
Another 5 star meal! Kid and hubby approved too!
Jen says
This was delicious! My family (even the picky 10 yr old) commented how good this was. I’ll definitely be making this again.
Allianna Moximchalk says
Thank you Jen!!
Lori says
This is a great quick weeknight meal! It is so flavorful and filling!
Allianna Moximchalk says
Thanks for reviewing!
Dana Marie Brennan says
This is such a great weeknight dinner to just throw in the oven! Definite comfort food especially with the cooler seasons coming.
Allianna Moximchalk says
I am so glad you enjoyed!