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Quick and Easy French Bread Pizza

A fast, simple French bread pizza made with sauce, mozzarella, and your favorite toppings.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices

Ingredients

  • 1 loaf French bread
  • 1/2 cup homemade pizza sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • pepperoni to taste
  • olives sliced, to taste
  • tomatoes sliced, to taste
  • basil fresh, to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and place a baking sheet in the oven or on the counter.
  • Slice the loaf of French bread in half lengthwise so you have two long pieces.
  • Lay the bread halves cut-side up on the baking sheet.
  • Spread the 1/2 cup pizza sauce evenly over the cut sides of the bread.
  • Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella evenly over the sauce, then arrange pepperoni, olives, tomatoes, and basil on top as desired.
  • Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the edges of the bread are golden.
  • Remove from the oven, slice into 10 serving pieces, and serve warm.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven

Notes

  • Use store-bought pizza sauce if short on time.
  • Slice toppings thinly so they heat through.
  • Arrange bread cut-side up for even melting.