Garlic Bread Pizza

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup butter (softened)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (finely chopped)
• 1/2 tsp dried basil
• 1/4 tsp dried thyme
• 1/4 tsp kosher salt
• 1 clove garlic (pressed, or 1 tsp garlic paste)
• 1 pinch red pepper flakes
• 1 loaf french bread
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 ounces pepperoni (sliced)
• 1/4 cup diced bell pepper
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives
• 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400˚F

2. 2

   Combine all ingredients for the garlic butter and mix well. Set aside.

3. 3

   Slice the french bread in half and spread the garlic butter over each side and then bake for 5-8 minutes or until the top is toasty and the edges are golden brown.

4. 4

   Top the garlic bread with marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and your choice of toppings.

5. 5

   Bake for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the toppings are heated through. Cut each half into 5 pieces and serve immediately.