French Bread Pizza

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

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 3

   Bake in the preheated oven for 4 minutes.

4. 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.

5. 5

   Return to the oven and bake until cheese is melted and starting to brown, 10 to 13 minutes. Serve immediately.