Rice Crust Pizza
Ingredients
- 1 cup Carolina® White Rice
- 2 ounces liquid egg whites
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- Salt and pepper
- Olive oil
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce
- 4 strips crisp cooked bacon, crumbled
- Grated Parmesan cheese, optional
- Sliced green onions, optional
Instructions
A tasty and Gluten Free spin on fan-favorite, this Rice Crust Pizza recipe is sure to become an instant family favorite and can be enjoyed as is, or with your favorite pizza topping combinations.
Step 1
Preheat oven to 425°F.
Step 2
Prepare rice according to package directions.
Step 3
In a large bowl combine rice, egg whites, ½ cup mozzarella cheese, and season lightly with salt and pepper. Mix well.
Step 4
Coat a 12-14 inch pizza pan with olive oil. Press rice mixture evenly onto a pan, creating a slight lip around the edge.
Step 5
Bake 10 minutes. Remove from the oven.
Step 6
Spread sauce over rice crust. Top with bacon and cheese.
Step 7
Return to oven and bake until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes.
Step 8
Let cool 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with Parmesan cheese and sliced green onions, if desired.
Recipe Variations
Substitute 2 egg whites for liquid egg whites or 1 large whole egg.
Use regular pizza sauce instead of Alfredo sauce.
Substitute sliced pepperoni for bacon.
Make it a cheese only pizza for the kids.
Substitute pesto for pizza sauce and top with sliced tomatoes and fresh mozzarella.
Who Doesn’t Love Pizza?
We’re willing to bet that pizza night is just as popular in your home as it is in many homes around the world. And how can it not be? With all that melty cheesy goodness, that tangy pizza sauce, and all the tasty toppings to choose from, it’s no wonder people can’t resist this savory pie.
If you like to cook or like to get the family involved in the kitchen, this recipe is perfect for you! In place of a traditional pizza crust, this tasty pizza recipe calls for a golden rice crust made with Carolina® White Rice. Equally delicious and fun for kids to get in on the fun of shaping and topping, it’s one you’ll want to make again and again.
An added perk of this recipe is that it is a delicious and easy twist on the original that those at home on a Gluten Free diet can also enjoy. Try it with the Alfredo sauce, bacon, and green onion toppings as this recipe calls for, or follow the crust instructions and make it the way you want with your favorite sauce and toppings!
If you’re a fan of rice substitutions for Gluten Free options, try these tasty Banana Gluten Free Rice Waffles or an old fashioned rice pudding.
