You won't believe it's cauliflower pizza crust! - Page 12

MountainGirl · 03-02-2008, 10:44 AM

Cleo,

I sent your link and recipe to my email loop (about 400 ladies). I did not post the recipe, but told them to go to the link to get it!~

I pray you get the job ONLY if you won't leave us. Please promise????

I've made the deep dish version several times and it is so good, better the second day. And it is so supple, it rolls up. I'm thinking stuffed lasagana rollups.

cleochatra · 03-02-2008, 10:47 AM

OMG! Are you serious?! 400?!

We need an I just passed out on the floor and left a crater smiley.

Thank you SO much. You don't know how much this means! I have been published pretty regularly through the Denver Post/Rocky Mountain News and am VERY thankful for this, but I wouldn't ever leave this place.

You guys are my friends, and about 99.9% of the reason these recipes even exist, let alone a lot of my inspiration for everything in general. I couldn't leave. You're my friend.

I would be lonely and pointlessly sad with out you guys.

cleochatra · 03-02-2008, 10:50 AM

Mountain-- BTW, if you make the roll-ups let me know how they go? I am going to press my dough into a jelly roll pan, cook, and then slice it into strips. Then I want to try and stuff them and bake them...

Well, that's the plan, anyway.

LOL

If it works, those could stand as lasagna noodles, too... if they don't go all chewy. If it does, we can call it Italian Granola. LOL

MountainGirl · 03-02-2008, 10:53 AM

Cleo,
I will certainly let you know how it goes! I'm looking forward to all your creative versions! You are a creative LC cooking maven!

Oh, question, can we click on the page more than once and give you added counts, or does it see us and only count once no matter how many times we open the page?

cleochatra · 03-02-2008, 10:56 AM

I am not sure how it works. I want to say that each click is one click per IP address. I asked my editor about that once--I think. But you have to remember, I'm the person who puts my underwear on backwards and wonders why they feel suddenly thongy.

Soobee · 03-02-2008, 02:20 PM

You too?

TuscanGirl · 03-02-2008, 03:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cleochatra

I am not sure how it works. I want to say that each click is one click per IP address. I asked my editor about that once--I think. But you have to remember, I'm the person who puts my underwear on backwards and wonders why they feel suddenly thongy.

shykins · 03-03-2008, 09:05 AM

ok now have ingredients, feel better and sorted out the broiler question but another has just occurred to me .. when u say a cup of mozzarella do u mean chopped? cos i bought mine as a mozzarella ball... so do i grate it or someething to make a cupful??

was thinking i might try this tomorrow wil little un as commis chef... on the other hand i dont want him knowing its cauli so maybe cook it first lol

x

cleochatra · 03-03-2008, 09:34 AM

I grate the cheese, shykins.

silversunfire · 03-03-2008, 10:57 AM

Ok I have a head of fresh cauliflower in the fridge. Read thru and found how someone did it with fresh instead of frozen. Will be trying the pizza tomorrow. It is almost 65 here today (which is very warm for March 3rd!) and I don't want to heat up the kitchen too much. Unlesssssssss it would work on the grill? I'm firing it up later for burgers. I MAY try it!
I'm going to have to pass this along at work!

cleochatra · 03-03-2008, 11:04 AM

silver-- let me know if you do cook it on the grill! That sounds pretty delicious.

And how is it so warm there? Is that usual for this time of year?!

silversunfire · 03-03-2008, 11:15 AM

I have no idea why it is so warm! Only lasting 1 day though. I think it's going to be in the 40's and rainy tomorrow. Then the cold and snow returns on Wednesday. It's just typical Pittsburgh winter weather!So I guess you can say it IS usual! lol! It was 70 for 2 days back in Jan! Cooked a whole chicken on the grill then!

All this food talk is making me hungry! I think it's time to light the grill!

epix · 03-03-2008, 11:41 AM

I don't have a food processor but I bought a full head of cauliflower, whats the best way to rice it? Or should I go by the frozen cauliflower?

jigglenomore · 03-03-2008, 12:02 PM

You know, Cleo, some days I feel suddenly thongy and I don't even have my drawers on backwards!!

Your writings are so enjoyable, just wanted to tell you I'm a fan, too! Good luck on your journey!!

retroworx · 03-03-2008, 12:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TuscanGirl

Is this the one you use?
Provident Pantry® Freeze Dried Cauliflower Pearls

I love the idea of using them for popcorn!

Yup, that's them. Great popcorn sub, in my opinion.

-Retro

retroworx · 03-03-2008, 12:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sistergldnhair66

Retro-do you also frequent Bariatric Eating message board? Your sn looks familiar.

Caught me!

Soobee · 03-03-2008, 01:17 PM

Epix, I chunk the cauliflower, put it in a food processer, pulse it until I like the texture. Then I put it into a microwave-safe bowl, cover it, and nuke it for 6 minutes. I usually get 3 cups of cauliflower. My last 2 heads did not give off any liquid. I used them as is in the pizza and lasanga recipes.

silversunfire · 03-03-2008, 01:34 PM

It works on the grill. I did have the heat up a little too high so it got a little burnt. Is still edible though! I had to flip it to cook the other side the rest of the way. I'm going to save it for tomorrow though and put toppings on and bake then.

Tecnokitty · 03-03-2008, 02:26 PM

Epix, when I do not feel like getting my food proc dirty I microwave according to the directions and then use a potatoe masher to rice it. Works great.

MountainGirl · 03-03-2008, 03:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by silversunfire

It works on the grill. I did have the heat up a little too high so it got a little burnt. Is still edible though! I had to flip it to cook the other side the rest of the way. I'm going to save it for tomorrow though and put toppings on and bake then.

How did you cook it on the grill? On a pizza pan?

arzu926 · 03-03-2008, 03:23 PM

Just made the pizza and it is in the oven. I used my Magic Bullet to chop the cauliflower and it worked perfect!! I am so hungry!!!!!!

silversunfire · 03-03-2008, 04:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MountainGirl

How did you cook it on the grill? On a pizza pan?

I was going to be a smart butt and say "No I just smashed it all over the grates" but I wont!
Yep I used a pizza pan. Sprayed it very well with Pam.

TuscanGirl · 03-03-2008, 04:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by arzu926

Just made the pizza and it is in the oven. I used my Magic Bullet to chop the cauliflower and it worked perfect!! I am so hungry!!!!!!

That's what I did too - but I had to watch it very carefully - I was afraid I'd get mashed cauliflower!

bigmack · 03-04-2008, 08:22 AM

Cleo, I've been a longtime lurker on these forums. It finally took something as crazy as a cauliflower pizza to get me to come out of hiding. I have to let you know that I made this pizza last weekend and ................it was fantastic!!! I can't believe it, but the cauliflower somehow works beautifully.

Great, great job in coming up with this. You should get a Nobel Peace Prize for this. Now I will go back into hiding.

cleochatra · 03-04-2008, 08:24 AM

Don't go hiding now! I have more recipes to try out on you!

I am so glad you like the recipe! What did you put on your pizza?

I was desperate the day I stood in my kitchen and said to myself, "That cauliflower could make a pizza." Now I'm eating it for breakfast. LOL!

mamagiff · 03-04-2008, 08:56 AM

I just had to come in to say that DH has requested this pizza for his birthday dinner on Thursday! He always wants spaghetti and meatballs for his birthday dinner but he didn't hesitate at all when I asked what he wanted!

silversunfire · 03-04-2008, 03:13 PM

I finished my pizza today in the oven. Didn't have any pizza sauce so I had to use spaghetti sauce. mounded cheese, pepperoni and black olives on it, put it in the broiler for a while. It was pretty darn good!!!! I am taking some for lunch for work tomorrow. I had to eat it with a fork though cause the crust was pretty soft. I think it was too thick. I saw on the other thread to pop it on foil so I will try that next time. Also I will be using the food processor to chop the cauliflower up! It took too freaking long to do it on the grater!

03-02-2008, 10:47 AM	#332
cleochatra Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: May 2005 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 7,296 Gallery: cleochatra Stats: 350/264/125 WOE: Atkins Start Date: January 1, 2008	OMG! Are you serious?! 400?! We need an I just passed out on the floor and left a crater smiley. Thank you SO much. You don't know how much this means! I have been published pretty regularly through the Denver Post/Rocky Mountain News and am VERY thankful for this, but I wouldn't ever leave this place. You guys are my friends, and about 99.9% of the reason these recipes even exist, let alone a lot of my inspiration for everything in general. I couldn't leave. You're my friend. I would be lonely and pointlessly sad with out you guys. __________________ National Low-Carb Examiner Columnist The Lighter Side of Low Carb blog Mid-Year Resolution Challenge member: 86 to lose/ 22 lost/ 64 pounds to go We Are Carbarella!

03-03-2008, 10:57 AM	#340
silversunfire MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 2,037 Gallery: silversunfire Stats: 213(Jan 7, 2007)/????/180(at first) WOE: Low Carb-MY WAY!!	Ok I have a head of fresh cauliflower in the fridge. Read thru and found how someone did it with fresh instead of frozen. Will be trying the pizza tomorrow. It is almost 65 here today (which is very warm for March 3rd!) and I don't want to heat up the kitchen too much. Unlesssssssss it would work on the grill? I'm firing it up later for burgers. I MAY try it! I'm going to have to pass this along at work! Last edited by silversunfire : 03-03-2008 at 10:58 AM.

03-03-2008, 11:15 AM	#342
silversunfire MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 2,037 Gallery: silversunfire Stats: 213(Jan 7, 2007)/????/180(at first) WOE: Low Carb-MY WAY!!	I have no idea why it is so warm! Only lasting 1 day though. I think it's going to be in the 40's and rainy tomorrow. Then the cold and snow returns on Wednesday. It's just typical Pittsburgh winter weather!So I guess you can say it IS usual! lol! It was 70 for 2 days back in Jan! Cooked a whole chicken on the grill then! All this food talk is making me hungry! I think it's time to light the grill! Last edited by silversunfire : 03-03-2008 at 11:16 AM.

03-04-2008, 03:13 PM	#357
silversunfire MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 2,037 Gallery: silversunfire Stats: 213(Jan 7, 2007)/????/180(at first) WOE: Low Carb-MY WAY!!	I finished my pizza today in the oven. Didn't have any pizza sauce so I had to use spaghetti sauce. mounded cheese, pepperoni and black olives on it, put it in the broiler for a while. It was pretty darn good!!!! I am taking some for lunch for work tomorrow. I had to eat it with a fork though cause the crust was pretty soft. I think it was too thick. I saw on the other thread to pop it on foil so I will try that next time. Also I will be using the food processor to chop the cauliflower up! It took too freaking long to do it on the grater! __________________ SHARI The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart. -Helen Keller- *213 205 * 200 * 195 * 190 * 185 * 180** Exercise is a dirty word. Every time I hear it I wash my mouth out with chocolate. Peanuts - Charles M. Schulz

03-02-2008, 10:44 AM	#331
MountainGirl MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 2,060 Gallery: MountainGirl Stats: 218.2/in-between/125 WOE: LC / Working towards renewed health Start Date: July 11 2007	Cleo, I sent your link and recipe to my email loop (about 400 ladies). I did not post the recipe, but told them to go to the link to get it!~ I pray you get the job ONLY if you won't leave us. Please promise???? I've made the deep dish version several times and it is so good, better the second day. And it is so supple, it rolls up. I'm thinking stuffed lasagana rollups.

03-02-2008, 10:50 AM	#333
cleochatra Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: May 2005 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 7,296 Gallery: cleochatra Stats: 350/264/125 WOE: Atkins Start Date: January 1, 2008	Mountain-- BTW, if you make the roll-ups let me know how they go? I am going to press my dough into a jelly roll pan, cook, and then slice it into strips. Then I want to try and stuff them and bake them... Well, that's the plan, anyway. LOL If it works, those could stand as lasagna noodles, too... if they don't go all chewy. If it does, we can call it Italian Granola. LOL

03-02-2008, 10:53 AM	#334
MountainGirl MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 2,060 Gallery: MountainGirl Stats: 218.2/in-between/125 WOE: LC / Working towards renewed health Start Date: July 11 2007	Cleo, I will certainly let you know how it goes! I'm looking forward to all your creative versions! You are a creative LC cooking maven! Oh, question, can we click on the page more than once and give you added counts, or does it see us and only count once no matter how many times we open the page?

03-02-2008, 10:56 AM	#335
cleochatra Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: May 2005 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 7,296 Gallery: cleochatra Stats: 350/264/125 WOE: Atkins Start Date: January 1, 2008	I am not sure how it works. I want to say that each click is one click per IP address. I asked my editor about that once--I think. But you have to remember, I'm the person who puts my underwear on backwards and wonders why they feel suddenly thongy.

03-02-2008, 02:20 PM	#336
Soobee Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 710 Gallery: Soobee WOE: Atkins Start Date: September 2000	You too?

03-03-2008, 09:05 AM	#338
shykins MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: UK Posts: 2,244 Gallery: shykins Stats: 262/147 goal WOE: atkins Start Date: 19th April 2004	ok now have ingredients, feel better and sorted out the broiler question but another has just occurred to me .. when u say a cup of mozzarella do u mean chopped? cos i bought mine as a mozzarella ball... so do i grate it or someething to make a cupful?? was thinking i might try this tomorrow wil little un as commis chef... on the other hand i dont want him knowing its cauli so maybe cook it first lol x

03-03-2008, 09:34 AM	#339
cleochatra Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: May 2005 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 7,296 Gallery: cleochatra Stats: 350/264/125 WOE: Atkins Start Date: January 1, 2008	I grate the cheese, shykins.

03-03-2008, 11:04 AM	#341
cleochatra Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: May 2005 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 7,296 Gallery: cleochatra Stats: 350/264/125 WOE: Atkins Start Date: January 1, 2008	silver-- let me know if you do cook it on the grill! That sounds pretty delicious. And how is it so warm there? Is that usual for this time of year?!

03-03-2008, 11:41 AM	#343
epix MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: SW Michigan Posts: 2,514 Gallery: epix Stats: 426/265(211 low)/175 WOE: Atkins Start Date: July 2004	I don't have a food processor but I bought a full head of cauliflower, whats the best way to rice it? Or should I go by the frozen cauliflower?

03-03-2008, 12:02 PM	#344
jigglenomore Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: SW Missouri Ozarks Posts: 405 Gallery: jigglenomore Stats: Mac Truck/Small SUV/Mini-Cooper WOE: Atkins/South Beach/Low Glycemic/Voodoo	You know, Cleo, some days I feel suddenly thongy and I don't even have my drawers on backwards!! Your writings are so enjoyable, just wanted to tell you I'm a fan, too! Good luck on your journey!!

03-03-2008, 01:17 PM	#347
Soobee Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 710 Gallery: Soobee WOE: Atkins Start Date: September 2000	Epix, I chunk the cauliflower, put it in a food processer, pulse it until I like the texture. Then I put it into a microwave-safe bowl, cover it, and nuke it for 6 minutes. I usually get 3 cups of cauliflower. My last 2 heads did not give off any liquid. I used them as is in the pizza and lasanga recipes.

03-03-2008, 01:34 PM	#348
silversunfire MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 2,037 Gallery: silversunfire Stats: 213(Jan 7, 2007)/????/180(at first) WOE: Low Carb-MY WAY!!	It works on the grill. I did have the heat up a little too high so it got a little burnt. Is still edible though! I had to flip it to cook the other side the rest of the way. I'm going to save it for tomorrow though and put toppings on and bake then.

03-03-2008, 02:26 PM	#349
Tecnokitty Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: McKinney, Texas Posts: 3,371 Gallery: Tecnokitty Stats: Before: 222/125/150 After baby/Now:241/161/160-165 WOE: Atkins 72 Maint., I'm 5'7", 34 years old Start Date: restarted 6/22/07. In a size 6 jeans now!	Epix, when I do not feel like getting my food proc dirty I microwave according to the directions and then use a potatoe masher to rice it. Works great.

03-03-2008, 03:23 PM	#351
arzu926 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 154 Gallery: arzu926 Stats: 170/130/125 WOE: Atkins/Low fat Start Date: September 2003	Just made the pizza and it is in the oven. I used my Magic Bullet to chop the cauliflower and it worked perfect!! I am so hungry!!!!!!

03-04-2008, 08:22 AM	#354
bigmack Junior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 1 Gallery: bigmack	Cleo, I've been a longtime lurker on these forums. It finally took something as crazy as a cauliflower pizza to get me to come out of hiding. I have to let you know that I made this pizza last weekend and ................it was fantastic!!! I can't believe it, but the cauliflower somehow works beautifully. Great, great job in coming up with this. You should get a Nobel Peace Prize for this. Now I will go back into hiding.

03-04-2008, 08:24 AM	#355
cleochatra Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: May 2005 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 7,296 Gallery: cleochatra Stats: 350/264/125 WOE: Atkins Start Date: January 1, 2008	Don't go hiding now! I have more recipes to try out on you! I am so glad you like the recipe! What did you put on your pizza? I was desperate the day I stood in my kitchen and said to myself, "That cauliflower could make a pizza." Now I'm eating it for breakfast. LOL!

03-04-2008, 08:56 AM	#356
mamagiff Bike Tart Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: right down the road from Bong Recreation Area! Posts: 29,182 Gallery: mamagiff WOE: Switched to Atkins Start Date: 3/24/08	I just had to come in to say that DH has requested this pizza for his birthday dinner on Thursday! He always wants spaghetti and meatballs for his birthday dinner but he didn't hesitate at all when I asked what he wanted!