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french bread pizzas with mozzarella and pepperoni

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Grapeview, WA

Forget about the freezer aisle! This classic is just as easy to make from scratch. For a spicy kick, add red-pepper flakes. When I try this, I'll probably add some other goodies like mushrooms and peppers. This can also be cut into small slices to serve as appetizers. From Epicurious, August 2015.

(1 rating)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For french bread pizzas with mozzarella and pepperoni

  • 1 lg
    soft loaf french or italian bread, split in half lengthwise
  • 1
    garlic clove, smashed
  • 1/2 c
    prepared tomato sauce
  • 1 c
    mozzarella cheese, grated (about 4 ounces)
  • 3 oz
    pepperoni, sliced
  • 1/4 tsp
    red pepper flakes, crushed, optional
  • 2 Tbsp
    fresh basil, coarsely chopped

How To Make french bread pizzas with mozzarella and pepperoni

  • 1
    Position rack in top third of oven and preheat to 425°F. Place bread, cut side up, on a rimmed baking sheet and bake 5 minutes. Remove from oven and rub cut sides with garlic.
  • 2
    Spread tomato sauce on cut sides of bread. Top with mozzarella, pepperoni, and red-pepper flakes, if using.
  • 3
    Bake until cheese is melted and golden brown, about 10 minutes. Top with basil.

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