Ingredients:
1 loaf French bread, sliced in half horizontally
1/4 cup salted butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup pizza sauce
1-2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Optional toppings: pepperoni, veggies, or other pizza toppings
Instructions:
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare Bread:
Spread the softened butter evenly over the cut sides of the French bread.
Sprinkle garlic powder over the buttered bread.
Toast the Bread:
Place the buttered bread slices on a baking sheet.
Bake for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the bread is lightly toasted.
Add Sauce and Cheese:
Remove the bread from the oven and spread the pizza sauce evenly over each slice.
Add any additional toppings, such as pepperoni, if desired.
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese generously over the top.
Bake:
Return the bread to the oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve:
Let the garlic bread cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy your homemade pepperoni garlic bread!
This quick and delicious recipe is perfect for pizza lovers and makes a great snack or meal!