Garlic Bread Pizza recipe

Garlic Bread Pizza Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Garlic Bread:

• 1 loaf of French bread or Italian bread
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

For the Pizza Toppings:

• 1 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup pepperoni slices (optional)
• 1/2 cup sliced bell peppers (optional)
• 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Garlic Bread:
   1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
   2. Slice the bread loaf in half lengthwise.
   3. In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
   4. Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread.
   5. Place the bread halves, cut side up, on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the butter is absorbed.
2. Assemble the Pizza:
   1. Remove the garlic bread from the oven and let it cool slightly.
   2. Spread an even layer of pizza sauce or marinara sauce over the garlic bread.
   3. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
   4. Add any additional toppings you like (pepperoni, bell peppers, mushrooms, olives, etc.).
   5. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top of the toppings.
3. Bake the Pizza:
   1. Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).
   2. Place the assembled garlic bread pizzas back in the oven.
   3. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the bread are crispy.
4. Serve:
   1. Remove the pizzas from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
   2. Garnish with chopped fresh basil if desired.
   3. Slice the garlic bread pizzas into individual servings and enjoy!

Tips:

• For a healthier option, use whole grain bread and add more vegetable toppings.
• You can customize the toppings to your preference, making it vegetarian or adding different types of meats.
• Experiment with different cheese blends for added flavor.

Enjoy your homemade garlic bread pizza!