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California French Bread Pizza

Romano cheese is similar to Parmesan cheese, but it's often saltier and tangier. Pecorino Romano is made from sheep's milk, while Caprino Romano is made from goat's milk.

Vegetarian

INGREDIENTS | SERVES 8

  • 1 loaf French bread
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 green bell peppers, chopped
  • 2 (4-ounce) jars sliced mushrooms, drained
  • 1½ cups Easy Homemade Pizza Sauce
  • ½ cup sliced green olives
  • 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • 3 tablespoons grated Romano cheese
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Slice the bread in half lengthwise.

  2. Drizzle cut sides of both halves with 2 tablespoons oil and place on a baking sheet.

  3. In a medium saucepan, cook 1 tablespoon olive oil, onions, and garlic over medium heat until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.

  4. In bowl, combine onion, garlic, bell pepper, and mushrooms with pizza sauce.

  5. Spread sauce mixture over the bread halves and sprinkle with olives and cheeses.

  6. Bake until cheese is slightly browned and bubbly and topping is hot, about 20 to 30 minutes. To serve, slice each half into 4″ pieces.

PER SERVING Calories: 328 | Fat: 4 g | Protein: 2 g | Sodium: 580 mg | Carbohydrates: 30 g | Fiber: 2 g

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