French Bread Pizzas with Mozzarella and Pepperoni
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Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Food Styling by Katherine Sacks.
Forget about the freezer aisle! This classic is just as easy to make from scratch. For a spicy kick, add red-pepper flakes.
Recipe information
Total Time
40 minutes
Yield
4 servings
Ingredients
1 (12–14") soft loaf French or Italian bread, split in half lengthwise
1 garlic clove, smashed
1/2 cup store-bought tomato sauce
1 cup coarsely grated mozzarella (about 4 ounces)
3 ounces sliced pepperoni
1/4 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes (optional)
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh basil
Preparation
Step 1
Position rack in top third of oven and preheat to 425°F. Place bread, cut side up, on a rimmed baking sheet and bake 5 minutes. Remove from oven and rub cut sides with garlic.
Step 2
Spread tomato sauce on cut sides of bread. Top with mozzarella, pepperoni, and red-pepper flakes, if using.
Step 3
Bake until cheese is melted and golden brown, about 10 minutes. Top with basil.
Recipe notes
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