French Bread Pizza

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

It seems I always have leftover French or Italian bread.  Sure I could put it in the food processor and make homemade breadcrumbs, but I like to be much more creative than that.  Why not make pizza night easier.  No dough to make or knead or rise.  No rolling pins.  Just keep it simple and top it with your favorite toppings!

 

French Bread Pizza

 

1 loaf French or Italian bread

4 tablespoons melted butter

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup marinara or pizza sauce

2 cups shredded mozzarella

Pepperoni slices, chopped

2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan

Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Freshly chopped basil, for topping (optional)

 

Preheat oven to 400°. Slice bread in half lengthwise. Mix melted butter and garlic together and brush all over cut side of bread. Bake for 10 minutes to lightly toast. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Spread marinara on top and top with mozzarella, pepperoni slices, Parmesan, and red pepper flakes.  Add more cheese to cover the pepperoni.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bake again until cheese has melted.

 

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