Follow these steps for perfect results
French bread
sliced
marinara sauce
no chunks
mozzarella cheese
pepperoni
olive oil
parmesan cheese
grated
salt
pepper
ground
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Slice French bread into desired number of crostini (approximately 5 per person).
In a small dish, combine olive oil, salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese.
Using a basting brush, generously brush both sides of each bread slice with the olive oil mixture.
Arrange the bread slices on a baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and flip each crostini.
Spread a layer of marinara sauce on top of each crostini.
Top each crostini with 2 slices of pepperoni and a generous amount of mozzarella cheese.
Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Enjoy!
Expert advice for the best results
Add a sprinkle of dried oregano for extra flavor.
Use a high-quality marinara sauce for best results.
Broil for the last minute to get the cheese extra bubbly.
Everything you need to know before you start
5 minutes
Can be prepped ahead of time and baked just before serving.
Arrange crostini on a platter.
Serve warm as an appetizer or snack.
Garnish with fresh basil.
Pairs well with tomato-based dishes.
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