Indulge in the perfect fusion of garlic bread and pizza with this mouthwatering recipe. Crispy, buttery garlic bread serves as the delicious crust for a savory pizza topping. It’s a delightful twist on two classic favorites that will leave your taste buds begging for more.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf of French bread or baguette
- 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup of marinara sauce
- 1 ½ cups of shredded mozzarella cheese
- Your favorite pizza toppings (such as pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, olives, etc.)
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
- Slice the French bread or baguette in half lengthwise to create two long pieces. Place them side by side on the prepared baking sheet, cut side up.
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and minced garlic. Stir well to evenly distribute the garlic.
- Brush the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread.
- Spread marinara sauce evenly over the garlic butter-coated bread, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the marinara sauce.
- Add your favorite pizza toppings on top of the cheese layer. Be creative and customize your pizza with whatever toppings you love!
- Once you’ve added your toppings, place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the bread are crispy and golden brown.
- Remove the garlic bread pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- If desired, garnish with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese before slicing and serving.
- Slice the garlic bread pizza into individual portions and serve hot. Enjoy the delightful combination of garlic bread and pizza flavors in every bite!
Tip: Feel free to experiment with different cheeses, sauces, and toppings to create your own unique variations of garlic bread pizza. It’s a versatile recipe that you can customize to suit your taste preferences.
