Stuffed Pepperoni Pizza Bread

This Stuffed Pepperoni Pizza Bread is the ULTIMATE easy comfort food! Perfect for weeknight dinners, game days, sleepovers, or parties...and it doubles as an appetizer!

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 20

Servings:

Calories: 248kcal

Author: Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

1 loaf French bread
8 ounces pizza sauce
3 cups shredded Italian cheese blend
1/2 cup mini pepperoni slices
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

Cut the loaf of bread in half cross-wise. Slice off the top of each half and scoop out center of the bread, leaving approximately 1/2 inch around the edges.
Spread the pizza sauce inside the hollowed out bread. Fill with cheese.
Top with pepperoni slices and seasonings. Bake at 400° F for 10 minutes or until cheese is fully melted.
Remove from oven and garnish with additional seasonings as desired.

Notes

Recipe Variations

Substitute cooked, crumbled Italian sausage for the pepperoni
Add any of your favorite veggies, such as tomatoes, mushrooms or bell peppers
Add sliced black or green olives
Use any type of shredded cheese
Top with grated parmesan or crushed red pepper flakes
Make mini versions using sub rolls

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