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Ingredients
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1 (12 ounce) loaf French bread
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 cup pizza sauce, or to taste
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2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, or more to taste
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pizza toppings, such as pepperoni, Italian sausage, red onion, olives, mushrooms, bell peppers, jalapenos, ham, bacon, or tomatoes
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red pepper flakes or chopped basil, for garnish
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup, and set aside.
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Using a serrated knife, cut the French bread in half, and then slice in half lengthwise to make 4 pizzas. Lightly brush the cut sides of the bread with olive oil and place on the baking sheet.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 4 minutes.
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Remove from the oven; spread pizza sauce over each piece of bread, and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Finish by adding your favorite toppings, pressing in slightly to adhere.
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Return to the oven and bake until cheese is melted and starting to brown, 10 to 13 minutes. Serve immediately.
Cook’s Note
As an option, brush the bread with garlic butter instead of olive oil. Pre-baking the French bread helps prevent sogginess from the sauce.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
491 | Calories |
21g | Fat |
53g | Carbs |
22g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 491 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 21g | 27% |
Saturated Fat 8g | 39% |
Cholesterol 35mg | 12% |
Sodium 1136mg | 49% |
Total Carbohydrate 53g | 19% |
Dietary Fiber 3g | 11% |
Total Sugars 7g | |
Protein 22g | 44% |
Vitamin C 7mg | 8% |
Calcium 388mg | 30% |
Iron 4mg | 23% |
Potassium 398mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.