Homemade French Bread Pizza
A delightful and easy way to enjoy pizza at home with crispy bread, cheese, and customizable toppings.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 300kcal
Ingredients
Pizza Base
- 2 loaves French Bread Cut in half for pizza base.
Toppings
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil To drizzle on cut sides of the bread.
- 1 jar Pasta Sauce Evenly divide among bread halves.
- 4 cups Cheese Use your favorite type.
- 1 sprinkle Parmesan Cheese For topping.
- 1 sprinkle Fresh Basil Optional, add before serving.
- 2 bags Frozen Mixed Veggies Steam according to package instructions.
- 1.5 lbs Red Grapes Rinsed before serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit (232 degrees Celsius).
- Cut the loaves of French bread in half and place them on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the cut sides of the bread, then sprinkle with garlic salt or your choice of seasonings.
- Bake the bread for about 5 minutes, or until it is lightly browned.
Topping and Baking
- Once the bread is ready, evenly divide the pasta sauce among the four halves.
- Top each bread half with cheese and any other toppings you like (think pepperoni, mushrooms, or extra veggies).
- Finish with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake again for another 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned. For a golden finish, you can broil it for the last minute.
Serving
- While the pizzas are baking, rinse your grapes and steam the frozen mixed veggies according to the package instructions.
- If desired, toss in some freshly chopped basil just before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for best results. Consider different sauce options like BBQ, pesto, or alfredo for flavor variations.