French bread pizza is easier than making homemade pizza dough and faster than calling out for delivery. Just pick up a loaf of fresh French bread and use your favorite toppings for a quick-and-easy dinner. For fun, let the kids add their own pizza toppings. And don't forget—this makes some great Game Day food, sliced into smaller pieces.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread , 12 ounce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup pizza sauce , or to taste
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese , or more to taste
- pepperoni
- red pepper flakes or chopped basil , for garnish
Instructions
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1
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup, and set aside.
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2
Using a serrated knife, cut the French bread in half, and then slice in half lengthwise to make 4 pizzas. Lightly brush the cut sides of the bread with olive oil and place on the baking sheet.
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3
Bake in the preheated oven for 4 minutes.
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4
Remove from the oven; spread pizza sauce over each piece of bread, and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Finish by adding your favorite toppings, pressing in slightly to adhere.
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5
Return to the oven and bake until cheese is melted and starting to brown, 10 to 13 minutes. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
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