That sounds like a delicious and easy homemade French bread pizza! Here’s a slightly refined version with some extra tips for the best results:
Easy French Bread Pizza
Ingredients:
- 1 loaf of $1 French bread (Walmart or any grocery store)
- 1 cup pizza sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup pepperoni slices
- ½ cup cooked sausage (crumbled)
- ½ cup cooked bacon bits
- ½ cup cooked chicken (diced)
- ½ cup fresh spinach
- Any other favorite toppings (mushrooms, onions, olives, etc.)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Prepare the Bread: Slice the French bread in half lengthwise and place it on a baking sheet, cut side up.
- Assemble the Pizzas:
- Spread pizza sauce evenly over each half.
- For one half, add pepperoni, sausage, bacon, and mozzarella.
- For the other half, add chicken, spinach, bacon, and mozzarella.
- Customize with any additional toppings!
- Bake for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve hot and enjoy with your favorite dipping sauces like ranch or marinara!
Tips for the Best French Bread Pizza:
- Lightly toast the bread in the oven for 3-5 minutes before adding toppings to prevent it from getting soggy.
- Add a drizzle of olive oil or garlic butter before baking for extra flavor.
- Use fresh or pre-shredded mozzarella for the best melt.
It’s a perfect, budget-friendly dinner that’s quick, easy, and fun to customize for everyone’s taste!