Ingredients:
• 1 loaf of French bread
• 1 cup pizza sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni (optional)
• 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
• 1/2 cup sliced bell peppers (optional)
• 1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• Olive oil for brushing
Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Bread:
Cut the French bread loaf in half lengthwise to create two long pieces. Place them cut-side up on a baking sheet.
3. Brush with Olive Oil:
Lightly brush the cut sides of the bread with olive oil. This helps to create a crispy crust.
4. Add Sauce:
Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the cut sides of the bread.
5. Cheese and Toppings:
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce. Add any desired toppings, such as pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, and olives.
6. Season:
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, dried basil, and garlic powder over the toppings.
7. Bake:
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the bread are crispy.
8. Serve:
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing into pieces. Serve hot.
Enjoy your homemade French Bread Pizza!