Ciabatta Pizza Loaf
User Reviews
5
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Ciabatta Pizza Loaf
Description
Ciabatta pizza loaf offers a creative twist by using a halved loaf of ciabatta bread as the base. The olive oil and garlic powder brushed on the bread add depth before layering with marinara sauce infused with dried herbs. A rich blend of four cheeses provides a creamy, melty texture complemented by mini pepperoni for a touch of meaty flavor. Baking at a high temperature melts the cheeses to a golden brown and crisps the bread edges. Fresh basil, oregano, and extra Parmesan sprinkled afterward add brightness and an herbal finish.
This loaf is sliced after baking, making it a convenient dish for serving at casual meals or parties. Its balance of tomato sauce, cheeses, and herbs echoes classic pizza flavors while offering the chewy crumb and open texture distinctive to ciabatta bread.
Ingredients
- 1 ciabatta bread sliced in half lengthwise, loaf
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- ½ teaspoon basil dried
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 cup provolone cheese freshly grated
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese freshly grated
- 1/2 cup fontina cheese freshly grated
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese plus extra for topping, finely grated
- mini pepperoni for sprinkling
- basil fresh, for topping
- oregano fresh, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Drizzle the olive oil over the sliced ciabatta bread. Sprinkle with the garlic powder. Spread the marinara over top and cover with the dried basil and oregano.
- Mix the cheeses together. Evenly sprinkle them over the sauce. Top with the pepperoni. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and top with extra parmesan and the fresh herbs. Slice and serve.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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