1
Clean and trim the cauliflower, breaking it into medium sized pieces.
2
Place in a microwave safe bowl with 2 Tbsp of cream and 1 Tbsp of butter.
3
Microwave, uncovered, on high for 10 minutes.
4
Stir to coat cauliflower with cream/butter mixture.
5
Microwave for another six minutes on high (or until tender.)
6
Remove from the microwave and put into a high speed blender or food processor along with the 8 slices of pepperoni and 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese.
7
Puree until smooth.
8
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9
You can adjust the cream and butter to your preference for consistency.
For the Casserole
1
Spread the cauliflower puree into an 8 x 8 oven proof casserole dish.
2
Cover with 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, and layer with pepperoni.
3
Bake at 350 degrees (F) for about 15 minutes.
4
Alternatively you could microwave this for 5 minutes.
5
Serve hot.