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Homemade French Bread Pizza: Quick and Easy Comfort Meal

Quick and easy homemade French bread pizza is customizable comfort food that's perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Garlic Butter Base
  • 1 loaf French Bread A long loaf is ideal for traditional French Bread Pizza.
  • 3 cloves Garlic, Minced Fresh garlic adds a lovely aroma.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter, Melted Brushed onto the bread for a crispy crust.
For the Pizza Toppings
  • 1 cup Marinara or Pizza Sauce Your favorite sauce as a base.
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Provides a cheesy, gooey texture.
  • 1 cup Pepperoni Slices Swap for vegetables for a vegetarian option.
  • 1/2 cup Finely Grated Parmesan Can be omitted for vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to taste.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Basil Fresh garnish option.

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Serrated Bread Knife
  • Small Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Quick and Easy French Bread Pizza
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure a crispy crust and perfectly melted toppings.
  2. Slice the French bread in half lengthwise using a serrated knife, keeping the cut sides up on a baking sheet.
  3. Mix the melted butter with minced garlic, then brush this garlic butter onto the cut sides of the French bread.
  4. Toast the bread in the oven for about 10 minutes, until lightly golden and fragrant.
  5. Spread marinara sauce on the toasted sides of the bread, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over the top.
  6. Add pepperoni or other toppings, then bake for an additional 10 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Remove from the oven, cool slightly, garnish with Parmesan and basil, then slice and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers wrapped in foil at room temperature for up to 2 hours or refrigerate for up to 3 days.

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