– 1 loaf of French bread
– 1 cup marinara sauce
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
– 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
– 1 cup spinach, fresh
– ½ cup black olives, sliced
– ½ teaspoon garlic powder
– ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
– Olive oil, for drizzling
– Salt and pepper, to taste
Making Loaded Veggie French Bread Pizza is easy. Just follow these steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Bread: Slice the French bread in half lengthwise to create two long pieces.
3. Add Sauce: Spread a generous layer of marinara sauce over the cut sides of the bread.
4. Season the Veggies: In a bowl, combine the diced bell peppers, sliced mushrooms, and fresh spinach. Add garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
5. Layer the Veggies: Evenly distribute the veggie mixture over both halves of the bread.
6. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously on top of the vegetables.
7. Drizzle Oil: Lightly drizzle olive oil on top for added flavor and crispiness.
8. Bake: Place the prepared bread halves on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
9. Cool and Slice: Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Slice into manageable pieces.
10. Serve: Enjoy your Loaded Veggie French Bread Pizza hot, right out of the oven!