Barbecue Or Oven Baked Pizza Bread Recipe

Ingredients for Barbecue Or Oven Baked Pizza Bread

• French Bread
• Lean Ground Beef
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• White Sugar
• Stuffed Olives
• Fresh Parmesan Cheese
• Fresh Chives
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Dried Oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Mozzarella Cheese

How to Make Barbecue Or Oven Baked Pizza Bread

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cut a loaf of French bread (about 16 oz) in half lengthwise.
3. Place both halves on a greased baking sheet.
4. In a bowl, combine:
5. • 1 lb ground beef
6. • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
7. • 1 teaspoon sugar
8. • 1/2 cup chopped olives (green or black)
9. • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
10. • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
11. • 1 teaspoon salt
12. • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
13. • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
14. Spread the meat mixture evenly over the cut surfaces of the bread, leaving about a 1/2 inch border.
15. For the **oven method:** Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the meat is cooked through. Top with 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese. Return to the oven for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
16. For the **barbecue method:** In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease. Combine the cooked meat with the remaining ingredients (except the mozzarella cheese). Spread this mixture evenly on the bread. Wrap each half in heavy-duty foil. Grill over medium heat for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is melted.
17. Let cool slightly before slicing into thick pieces and serving.