Ingredients:
- 1 loaf of fresh bread from Walmart ($1 in their fresh bread area)
- 1 cup of your favorite pasta sauce (include a picture of the sauce you use for reference)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or any cheese you prefer)
- Optional toppings (pepperoni, cooked sausage, veggies like bell peppers or onions, olives, etc.)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the bread:
- Slice the loaf of bread into thick slices, about 1 to 1.5 inches thick. Depending on the size of the loaf, you should get around 8-10 slices.
- Arrange the slices:
- Place the bread slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a lightly greased baking sheet for easy cleanup.
- Add the sauce:
- Spread a generous amount of your favorite pasta sauce on each bread slice. Use about 1-2 tablespoons per slice, ensuring the surface is well covered but not overly soggy.
- Add the cheese:
- Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce. Use about 2-3 tablespoons per slice, depending on your preference for cheesiness.
- Add optional toppings:
- If you’re using any additional toppings, now is the time to add them. Arrange toppings like pepperoni, cooked sausage, bell peppers, onions, or olives on top of the cheese.
- Bake:
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the bread are slightly crispy.
- Serve:
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the bread slices cool for a couple of minutes before serving. The bread should be crispy on the edges and soft in the middle, with gooey melted cheese and flavorful sauce.
Tips:
- Freshness: Since the bread from Walmart only lasts a day or two, it’s best to make this recipe the day after grocery shopping to ensure the bread is fresh.
- Customization: Feel free to customize the toppings to your liking. You can add or remove ingredients based on what you have on hand or your dietary preferences.
- Serving: This recipe feeds about 4 people, making it a perfect quick and cheap meal for a family dinner or a casual get-together.
Enjoy your delicious, budget-friendly meal!