Ingredients:
1 loaf of $1 French bread (available at Walmart)
1 cup pizza sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or your favorite pizza cheese)
Assorted toppings of your choice (e.g., pepperoni, sliced bell peppers, mushrooms, olives, etc.)
Instructions:
Preheat the oven:
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
Prepare the French bread:
Take the $1 French bread and cut it in half horizontally, creating two equal-sized pieces. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Spread the sauce:
Spoon the pizza sauce evenly over the cut sides of the French bread, spreading it out to the edges.
Cheese it up:
Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese over the pizza sauce, covering the bread evenly.
Toppings galore:
Let each person customize their own French bread pizza by adding their favorite toppings. Arrange the toppings evenly across the cheese.
Bake to perfection:
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the French bread are golden brown.
Serve and enjoy:
Carefully remove the French bread pizzas from the oven and let them cool for a minute or two. Slice them into individual portions and serve hot.
Get creative:
Encourage your boys to get creative with their toppings. Maybe they want to mix and match different ingredients or come up with unique flavor combinations. This is a fun and interactive way to involve everyone in the cooking process.
Optional: Dipping sauce:
Serve with a side of marinara or garlic dipping sauce for an extra burst of flavor.
This budget-friendly and customizable French Bread Pizza Delight is sure to be a hit with your family, offering a quick and delicious dinner option that everyone can enjoy!