French Bread Pizza.

Here’s a super easy and satisfying recipe for French Bread Pizza — crispy, cheesy, and ready in minutes! Perfect for weeknight dinners, kids’ lunches, or last-minute game night food.

🍕 French Bread Pizza

🕒 Prep Time: 10 min

🕒 Cook Time: 10–15 min
🍽️ Serves: 4

🧂 Ingredients:

• 1 loaf French bread, halved lengthwise

• 1 to 1 1/2 cups pizza sauce (jarred or homemade)

• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• Toppings of your choice:

  • Pepperoni

  • Sausage (cooked)

  • Sliced bell peppers

  • Onions

  • Mushrooms

  • Olives

  • Basil

  • Crushed red pepper

• Olive oil, for brushing

• Garlic powder or Italian seasoning (optional)

🔪 Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   425°F (220°C).

2. Prep the Bread:

   • Slice the French bread in half lengthwise, then again crosswise if needed to fit your baking sheet.

   • Lightly brush cut sides with olive oil.

   • Optional: Toast the bread for 3–5 minutes before topping to help prevent sogginess.

3. Add Sauce & Toppings:

   • Spread a generous layer of pizza sauce.

   • Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly.

   • Add your favorite toppings.

   • Sprinkle garlic powder or Italian seasoning on top if desired.

4. Bake:

   • Bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are golden brown.

5. Cool & Serve:

   • Let cool for a minute or two before slicing. Serve hot with a salad or dipping sauce like ranch or marinara.

🍴 Tips:

• Extra crispy? Use a baking rack on top of a sheet pan so the bottom doesn’t steam.

• Make it ahead: Assemble and refrigerate for up to 4 hours before baking.

• Kid-friendly: Let them build their own mini sections!