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French Bread Pizza Recipe

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This French Bread Pizza recipe transforms a fresh loaf of French bread into a delightful and easy-to-make pizza. Topped with marinara sauce, melted mozzarella cheese, diced bell peppers, black olives, red onions, and aromatic herbs, this baked treat offers a crispy crust with gooey cheese and flavorful toppings. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual party snack.

Ingredients

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Base

  • 1 loaf French bread (Use a fresh loaf for the best results.)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (For drizzling on the bread.)

Sauce

  • 1 cup marinara sauce (Or your favorite pizza sauce.)

Toppings

  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (Feel free to add more for extra cheesiness!)
  • 0.5 cups diced bell peppers (Any color is fine.)
  • 0.5 cups sliced black olives (Optional, can be replaced with your preferred toppings.)
  • 0.25 cups sliced red onion
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley to taste (For garnish, optional.)

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the pizza bread.
  2. Slice the Bread: Cut the French bread loaf in half lengthwise and lay the halves cut-side up on a baking sheet to prepare for topping.
  3. Drizzle Olive Oil: Evenly drizzle the olive oil over the cut sides of the bread to enhance flavor and help create a crisp crust.
  4. Spread Sauce: Generously spread marinara sauce over each bread half, providing the base for your pizza flavors.
  5. Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauced bread to ensure a bubbly, melty topping.
  6. Add Vegetables: Distribute diced bell peppers, sliced black olives, and red onions over the cheese layer for added texture and flavor.
  7. Season: Sprinkle dried oregano and dried basil evenly on top to infuse the pizza bread with classic Italian herbs.
  8. Bake: Place the prepared baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10–12 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
  9. Cool and Slice: Remove the pizza bread from the oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes to make slicing easier and safer.
  10. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, then slice and serve warm for a delicious, easy meal.

Notes

  • Use a fresh loaf of French bread to ensure crispiness and good texture.
  • Feel free to customize toppings with your favorite vegetables or meats.
  • You can add extra cheese if you like it more cheesy and gooey.
  • Letting the bread cool briefly after baking helps the cheese set slightly for cleaner slices.
  • This recipe is great for quick meals, snacks, or casual gatherings.

Keywords: French Bread Pizza, Easy Pizza Recipe, Baked Pizza Bread, Quick Dinner, Mozzarella Pizza

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