French Bread Pizza Rustica
Transform your weeknight dinner game with French Bread Pizza Rustica, a simple yet flavor-packed recipe that brings the charm of Italian cuisine to your table in just 25 minutes. This dish starts with a crusty French bread base brushed with olive oil and topped with a rich homemade tomato sauce infused with garlic, oregano, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Generously layered with gooey mozzarella, nutty Parmesan cheese, and savory toppings like pepperoni, mushrooms, and black olives, each bite is a symphony of crisp, melty, and hearty textures. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh basil for that perfect aromatic touch, this oven-baked delight is an effortless crowd-pleaser perfect for any occasion. Whether you're entertaining guests or indulging in an elevated comfort food experience, this French Bread Pizza Rustica is sure to satisfy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole French bread loaf
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 whole Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 1.5 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 cup Pepperoni slices
- 0.5 cup Mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup Black olives, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Cut the French bread loaf in half lengthwise, then cut each half into two pieces to create four equal portions.
Place the bread pieces cut side up on the prepared baking sheet. Brush each piece with olive oil, ensuring the surface is evenly coated.
In a small pan over medium heat, sauté the minced garlic in 1 tablespoon of olive oil until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the crushed tomatoes, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes to let the flavors meld, then remove from heat.
Spread a generous layer of the tomato sauce mixture over each piece of bread, covering the top evenly.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the tomato sauce, followed by a layer of grated Parmesan cheese.
Top the pizzas with pepperoni slices, mushrooms, and black olives, or any other toppings of your choice.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden and the edges of the bread are crisp.
Remove the pizzas from the oven and let them cool for 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh basil leaves for garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy your French Bread Pizza Rustica!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1079 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.8 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.5 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 59 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 2571 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.2 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 43.9 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 493 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 543 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
