Ingredients
– 1 loaf French bread
– 1 cup marinara sauce
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 cup bell peppers, diced (red, yellow, or green)
– 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
– ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
– 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– ½ teaspoon garlic powder
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Olive oil, for drizzling
– Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating your Loaded Veggie French Bread Pizza is straightforward. Just follow these easy steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Bread: Slice the French bread in half lengthwise and place both halves on a baking sheet.
3. Spread the Marinara: Evenly spread marinara sauce on the cut side of each bread half.
4. Add Cheese: Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
5. Layer the Veggies: Top the cheese with diced bell peppers, sliced mushrooms, red onions, and chopped spinach.
6. Season: Sprinkle Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper on top of the vegetables.
7. Drizzle with Olive Oil: Lightly drizzle olive oil over the toppings for added flavor.
8. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
9. Garnish: If desired, sprinkle with fresh basil leaves before slicing.
10. Serve: Cut the loaded veggie French bread pizza into portions and enjoy hot!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 12g