Basil-bread Slice Pizzas

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 13

Basil-bread Slice Pizzas with Italian seasoning and fresh basil

by The Chefin Pizza

Prep

10 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

22 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 lb Italian bread
	8 ounces mozzarella cheese
	2 tablespoons fresh basil , chopped or 2 teaspoons dried basil
	2 tablespoons cream cheese , softened
	6 ounces tomato paste
	2 teaspoons italian seasoning

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

380

Sugar

Fat

17g

Basil-bread Slice Pizzas are a fun and easy way to enjoy a pizza-like meal. This recipe uses Italian seasoning and fresh basil to add flavor to the tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese. The Italian bread makes a crispy and delicious base for the pizza toppings. This recipe is perfect for those who crave pizza but want a quick and easy alternative to making or ordering a full-sized pizza. Basil-bread Slice Pizzas are also great for parties or as an appetizer.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.	Cut the Italian bread horizontally into 1-inch slices. Place the slices on a baking sheet.
3.	In a small mixing bowl, stir together the cream cheese, tomato paste, and Italian seasoning. Spread this mixture over each bread slice.
4.	Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese on top of the tomato sauce mixture on each bread slice. Top with fresh basil.
5.	Bake the bread slices pizzas for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

Basil-bread Slice Pizzas are easy to make and can be customized with a variety of toppings.

They are perfect for a quick and satisfying meal or snack.

CONS

While delicious, Basil-bread Slice Pizzas are high in calories and can be high in sodium due to the cheese and sauce.

People with celiac disease or gluten intolerance should avoid this recipe or use gluten-free bread.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

In moderation, Basil-bread Slice Pizzas can be part of a healthy diet. The basil in this recipe has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Tomato paste contains lycopene, an antioxidant that has been shown to reduce the risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease. However, tomato paste can also be high in sodium.