Description
Crispy French bread becomes pizza paradise with Pioneer Woman’s quick and easy recipe. Layers of melted cheese, zesty sauce, and customizable toppings create a mouthwatering meal you can whip up in minutes.
Ingredients
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Protein Ingredients:
- ½ lb sausage (Italian preferred)
- Pepperoni slices
- Canadian bacon slices
- Goat cheese
Vegetable and Fruit Ingredients:
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- Pineapple chunks
- Sliced Roma tomatoes
- Sliced black olives
- Sliced bell peppers
- Pepperoncini
- Jalapeño slices
- Sliced red onion
Bread and Cheese Ingredients:
- 6 deli rolls or French bread, sliced lengthwise
- 2 pounds (907 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for sprinkling)
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) butter
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) marinara sauce or pesto
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 425°F (218°C), positioning the rack in the lower third of the oven for optimal cooking.
- Slice the deli rolls or French bread horizontally, creating two equal halves with a flat surface for toppings.
- Spread a uniform layer of marinara sauce or pesto across each bread half, ensuring complete coverage to the edges.
- Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, creating a rich and even cheese base.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat, then add thinly sliced onions and sauté until they transform into a soft, golden-brown caramelized state, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Transfer the caramelized onions to a separate plate, then use the same skillet to cook the sausage, breaking it into small crumbles and browning until fully cooked and no pink remains, about 6-8 minutes.
- Distribute the caramelized onions and cooked sausage evenly across the cheese-covered bread halves.
- Optional: Add extra toppings like sliced peppers, mushrooms, or additional herbs to enhance flavor complexity.
- Place the prepared bread pizzas on a baking sheet and slide into the preheated oven, baking on the lower rack for 8-10 minutes.
- Shift the baking sheet to the top rack and continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese bubbles and turns a golden-brown color.
- Remove from the oven, let cool for a minute, slice diagonally, and serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
- Wrap leftovers tightly in aluminum foil to maintain maximum freshness and crispy texture when reheating.
- Transform basic pantry ingredients into a gourmet-style meal without breaking the bank.
- Customize toppings to match individual preferences, making it perfect for picky eaters or family gatherings.
- Create a complete dinner in less than 30 minutes, ideal for hectic weeknight meal solutions.
- French bread base offers a crunchier alternative to traditional pizza crusts, elevating the entire dining experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 653 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 925 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 54 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg