Best 4 Grilled French Bread Pizza With Mushroom Pesto And Fontina Cheese Recipes

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When the craving for pizza strikes, fire up the grill and make this delectable grilled French bread pizza topped with a flavorful mushroom pesto and gooey fontina cheese. The combination of crispy bread, savory pesto, earthy mushrooms, and melted cheese will tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a quick and delicious meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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FRENCH BREAD PIZZAS WITH RICOTTA, ROASTED TOMATOES, AND PESTO



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Creamy ricotta cheese, herby pesto, and roasted cherry tomatoes give these French bread pizzas bright flavor and a fresh look.

Provided by Katherine Sacks

Categories     Sandwich     Tomato     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Lunch     Parmesan     Ricotta     Back to School     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 pints cherry tomatoes, halved (about 3 cups)
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
1 (12-14") soft loaf French or Italian bread, split in half lengthwise
1 garlic clove, smashed
1/2 cup fresh ricotta (about 5 ounces)
3/4 cup coarsely grated Parmesan (about 3 ounces)
2 tablespoons fresh store-bought or homemade basil pesto

Steps:

  • Position rack in top third of oven and preheat to 425°F. Toss tomatoes, 1 Tbsp. oil, 1/4 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. pepper on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast until tomatoes start to blister, about 13 minutes.
  • Place bread, cut side up, on another rimmed baking sheet and bake 5 minutes. Remove from oven and rub cut sides with garlic.
  • Dollop ricotta on cut sides of bread. Top evenly with tomato mixture, then sprinkle with Parmesan. Bake until Parmesan melts, about 10 minutes.
  • Whisk pesto and remaining 2 tsp. oil in a small bowl until smooth. Drizzle on pizzas and season with salt and pepper.

GRILLED FRENCH BREAD PIZZA



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This came in the Miami Herald hurricane section. I didn't want to lose it. Optional toppings: canned sliced mushrooms, black olives, sun-dried tomatoes, grilled onion slices. Pita or Italian bread can be substituted.

Provided by katheros

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 15m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

24 inches French baguettes, cut in half lengthwise
3 -4 tablespoons olive oil
1 (14 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
kosher salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon fresh basil, minced or 1 teaspoon dried basil
3/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Heat grill to medium heat.
  • Brush the cut side of the baguette with oil and place oil side down on the grill to brown. Remove from grill.
  • Top lightly with crushed tomatoes, salt, pepper, basil and cheese. Return to grill and close the lid.
  • Cook until cheese melts and the sauce is warmed through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1591.4, Fat 44.4, SaturatedFat 12.1, Cholesterol 33, Sodium 3665.1, Carbohydrate 241.2, Fiber 15.9, Sugar 8.7, Protein 54.5

GRILLED PIZZA BREAD



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These fun French bread pizzas are great picnic fare for both kids and adults. Tasty on the grill, they can just as easily be baked in the oven. -Edna Hoffman, Hebron, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 loaf (1 pound) French bread
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
Sliced pepperoni, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato sauce, salt and oregano; simmer for 5-10 minutes. , Cut bread in half lengthwise and then widthwise. Spread meat mixture on cut side of bread; sprinkle with cheese, olives and pepperoni if desired. , Loosely wrap bread individually in pieces of heavy-duty foil (about 24x18 in.); seal. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until heated through. Cut each into fourths.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 402mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

GRILLED PESTO FRENCH BREAD



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A fantastic pairing with an Italian meal, this warm loaf is ready to enjoy in 20 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (3 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup refrigerated basil pesto
1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 loaf (1 lb) French bread, halved crosswise, split lengthwise
Chopped tomatoes, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. In small microwavable bowl, microwave cream cheese on High 15 to 20 seconds; stir until creamy. Stir in pesto and butter until well mixed.
  • When grill is heated, place bread pieces, cut side down, on gas grill over medium heat or on charcoal grill over medium coals. Cook 1 to 2 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • Turn bread halves over. Spread pesto mixture evenly on cut sides of bread; cover grill. Cook 3 to 4 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Cut bread into 2-inch sections to serve. Garnish with tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 270 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right bread: A sturdy bread like French bread or ciabatta will hold up well to the toppings and won't get soggy.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the pizza will be.
  • Don't overload the pizza: Too many toppings will make the pizza soggy.
  • Cook the pizza until the cheese is melted and bubbly: This will ensure that the pizza is cooked through.
  • Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing: This will help the pizza to set and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Grilled French bread pizza is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a party. With a variety of toppings to choose from, you can customize the pizza to your liking. So next time you're craving pizza, try making it on the grill. You won't be disappointed!

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