Description

Take a trip down memory lane with this simple and delightful French bread pizza. A perfect meal for busy weeknights that’s sure to bring back childhood memories with every bite. The combination of the garlicky butter spread, rich pizza sauce, gooey mozzarella cheese, and your favorite toppings, all served on a crispy French bread base, is a match made in heaven.

Ingredients

Scale

1 loaf French bread (or Italian loaf)
1/2 cup salted butter (softened)
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 1/2 to 2 cups pizza sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
4 ounces beef beef pepperoni slices (or toppings as desired)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C).
With a serrated knife, cut 1 loaf French bread in half lengthwise and arrange the cut sides facing up on a large baking sheet.
In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup salted butter, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano using a fork until the mixture is smooth.
Evenly distribute the butter mixture over the cut sides of the bread, then sprinkle with 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
Place in the oven and bake for 5 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned.
Take out of the oven and spread 1 1/2 to 2 cups pizza sauce evenly across both halves of the bread.
Layer with 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese and add 4 ounces beef beef pepperoni slices or other desired toppings.
Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly browned.
Allow to cool slightly, then slice into pieces and serve warm.

Notes

TECHNIQUE TIP: To ensure even baking, distribute the toppings evenly across the bread slices and bake until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

STORAGE: Store any leftover pizza slices in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for the best texture.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 servings
Calories: 673 kcal
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 1252 mg
Fat: 53 g
Saturated Fat: 26 g
Unsaturated Fat: 23 g
Trans Fat: 1 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 20 g
Cholesterol: 120 mg