Better Than Frozen French Bread Pizza Recipe

Elevate your pizza night with this incredibly easy and delicious French bread pizza recipe! Forget frozen – this homemade version is bursting with flavor, featuring sauteed mushrooms and bell peppers atop a crispy bread base, finished with a generous sprinkle of oregano and your favorite cheeses. Customize it with thinly sliced onions and olives for extra deliciousness. Get ready for a pizza experience that's better than takeout!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 351.1 kcal
Protein 22g
Rating 4.6 (10 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Better Than Frozen French Bread Pizza

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How to Make Better Than Frozen French Bread Pizza

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice a baguette or similar French bread in half lengthwise, or use individual rolls.
  3. Spread 1/2 cup of your favorite spaghetti sauce evenly over the bread.
  4. Sauté 1 cup of sliced mushrooms and 1 cup of sliced bell peppers in 1 tablespoon of olive oil until softened. (Optional: Add 1/2 cup thinly sliced onions and 1/2 cup sliced olives)
  5. Distribute the sautéed vegetables evenly over the sauce.
  6. Sprinkle generously with 1 teaspoon of dried oregano and 1 1/2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese (or your preferred cheese blend).
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the bread is golden brown.
  8. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

4g

Carbs

21g