French Bread Pizza

Enjoy this delightful French Bread Pizza, a perfect crowd-pleaser with gooey mozzarella and customizable toppings, ideal for family nights.

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Prep Time 12

Cook Time 15

Total Time 27

Servings: 4 slices

Course: EVENING DINNERS

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

1 loaf French bread Choose a fresh one for the best flavor.
1 tablespoon Olive oil A light drizzle enhances crispiness.

For the Sauce

0.5 cup Pizza sauce Store-bought or homemade.

For the Toppings

1 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded) Add more for extra cheesiness.
0.5 cup Pepperoni slices Adds savory punch.
1 cup Italian sausage (cooked) Optional.
0.5 cup Bell peppers (sliced) Swap for any veggies you like.
0.25 cup Black olives (sliced) Balancing taste for richness.
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (grated) A finishing touch.

Equipment

Oven
Baking Sheet
Parchment Paper

Method

How to Make French Bread Pizza

Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Carefully cut the French bread in half lengthwise.
Generously spread ½ cup of pizza sauce over each of the cut halves.
Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella evenly over the sauce.
Add toppings such as pepperoni, cooked Italian sausage, sliced bell peppers, and black olives.
Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning evenly on top.
Bake for about 15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let it cool slightly, then slice and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Optional: Serve with a sprinkle of fresh basil for a fresh touch.

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