Creamy Ricotta Florentine French Bread Pizzas
- 10 ounces frozen spinach, thawed
- 3 loaves French bread (large)
- 1 lb cooked italian sausage
- 12 stick pepperoni (sliced 1/2 inch and then cut into quarters)
- 2 medium tomatoes (cut into large pieces)
- 1 large bell pepper (cut into large pieces)
- 32 ounces part-skim ricotta cheese
- 16 ounces provolone cheese (sliced)
- 14 cup parmesan cheese
- salt and pepper
- Preheat oven to 400 Degrees.
- Cut french bread in half lengthwise, and hollow out, making a boat to fill with toppings.
- Squeeze the liquid from the spinach and add into a large bow.
- Then add ricotta, sausage, pepperoni, tomatoes, bell pepper, and parmesan cheese, mixing after each ingredient.
- Salt and pepper to taste.
- Place filling into french bread boats and top with slices of provolone cheese.
- Bake about 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and starting to bubble.
- MAKE SURE THE BOTTOMS DO NOT BURN!
- If they start to burn, quickly broil the top until cheese is melted and starts to bubble.
- Allow to sit about 4 to 5 minutes before cuting and serving.
frozen spinach, bread, sausage, pepperoni, tomatoes, bell pepper, ricotta cheese, provolone cheese, parmesan cheese, salt
Taken from www.food.com/recipe/creamy-ricotta-florentine-french-bread-pizzas-398418 (may not work)