- 5-ounce bag mini pepperoni*
- 14-ounce jar pizza sauce (reserve some sauce for dunking)
- 2 cups Cooper® Sharp White or Yellow cheese, shredded
- 2 loaves French bread or baguettes
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Looking for a quick and simple dinner recipe that’s sure to please? Think pizza boats – a baguette cut in half and with chunks of bread pulled out, to be filled with your favorite ‘za toppings and whole handfuls of Cooper®.
Ingredients
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Directions
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Preheat oven broiler.
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Place French bread loaf or baguette on a flat surface. Carefully carve out the top center of the bread to create a “boat.” Spread desired portion of pizza sauce within the hollowed middle of the bread. Layer some mini pepperoni over the sauce. Cover with Cooper® cheese. Add more pepperoni. Repeat for the second loaf.
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Broil for 5-8 minutes, checking frequently to avoid burning. Remove from oven when the cheese is nice and melty and the pepperoni and bread begin to brown.
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Serve with any remaining pizza sauce for dunking.