Best 2 Open Faced Pizza Sandwiches Recipes

Open-faced pizza sandwiches are a delightful and versatile dish that combines the flavors of pizza with the convenience of a sandwich. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy lunch or a fun and casual dinner, these sandwiches are sure to satisfy your cravings. With endless possibilities for toppings and variations, open-faced pizza sandwiches offer a customizable culinary experience that can be tailored to your personal preferences.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

OPEN-FACED PIZZA SANDWICHES

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This tasty pizza is a hit with my grandchildren. What could be easier for Saturday lunch? It took me longer to write the recipe down than it does to fix it! -Dorothy Eriksen, Salem, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter, softened
6 slices white bread
1 can (15 ounces) vegetarian chili, warmed
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
3/4 cup pizza sauce
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Steps:

Butter bread on both sides. On a greased griddle, toast bread on 1 side until lightly browned. Turn; spoon about 1/4 cup chili on each slice. Sprinkle with garlic salt. , Top each with 2 tablespoons pizza sauce and about 2 tablespoons cheese. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning. Cook until bottom is golden brown and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 946mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

HAM, CHEDDAR, AND APPLE BUTTER OPEN-FACED SANDWICHES (OR PIZZA)

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This is published in the October 2004 Bon Appetit as open-faced sandwiches, but I make this as a 12-inch pizza (a big, round, open-faced sandwich?). I wasn't sure whether we would like the sweetness of the apple butter, but there is enough savory/salty flavor in the rest of the recipe that it works well (I probably used more Dijon, though, and less apple butter, than called for in the recipe). In pizza format, it is good with some sauteed onion and some very well wrung out thawed frozen spinach added. I think this is a recipe that depends a lot on the types of ingredients used; since it has the apple butter, sweeter mustards and milder cheeses would probably not be as good. The relative proportions of Dijon and apple butter (and meat and cheese) can be adjusted for personal taste.

Provided by Meredith C-ville

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 6 sandwich halves, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3 ciabatta rolls, halved horizontally (or 6 slices country-style bread)
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 tablespoons apple butter
4 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 1/4 lbs black forest ham, thinly sliced (I ended up with smoked turkey, and used less than half this amount)
12 ounces white cheddar cheese, extra sharp, sliced (can use non-white and adjust amount to taste)
1 bunch chives, chopped (optional)

Steps:

Brush cut side of rolls with oil.
Place rolls, cut side up, on baking sheet, and broil until rolls begin to brown around edges, about 2 minutes. For pizza, use crust of choice, brush with a light coating of oil, and prebake.
Spread apple butter and mustard on each roll half. For pizza, spread the mustard over the whole crust and add the apple butter as small dollops (over whole crust).
Top with ham, then cheese (if using onion/spinach addition, add after ham or any desired order).
Broil until cheese melts and begins to brown in spots (2 minutes for sandwiches; if baking a pizza, probably 7 to 8 minutes--not under broiler--are fine depending on the directions for the dough used). It is good if some of the edges of the sliced meat get a little singed!
Optional: sprinkle with chopped chives. Black pepper is a good addition at the end as well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 687.7, Fat 47.6, SaturatedFat 23.1, Cholesterol 170.2, Sodium 2550.2, Carbohydrate 18.6, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 9.9, Protein 45.4

Tips:

For a crispy base, use a baguette or ciabatta bread. Toasted or grilled slices are also great.
Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the toppings. This will make a big difference in the overall flavor of the sandwich.
Don't overload the sandwich with toppings. Too many ingredients will make it difficult to eat and may overwhelm the flavor of the bread and sauce.
Be creative with your toppings! There are endless possibilities, so feel free to experiment and find your favorite combinations.
If you're making the sandwiches ahead of time, assemble them just before serving. This will prevent the bread from getting soggy.

Conclusion:

Open-faced pizza sandwiches are a delicious and versatile meal that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or even as a snack. With a crispy bread base, flavorful sauce, and endless topping options, these sandwiches are sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give open-faced pizza sandwiches a try!