I’ve served this dish to teens, college students and a women’s group. Everyone has loved it, and many people have asked for the recipe. Easy and delicious, it’s sure to please your guests!
—RACHEL JACKSON PENNSVILLE, NJ
START TO FINISH: 25 MIN. • MAKES: 1 1/2 DOZEN
1 tube (11 ounces) refrigerated crusty French loaf
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1 package (3 1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 cup meatless spaghetti sauce, warmed
1. Preheat oven to 350°. Unroll loaf of dough at the seam into a square; cut in half. Combine oil and basil; brush lengthwise down half of each rectangle to within 1/2 in. of edges. Layer brushed side with pepperoni and cheese. Fold plain dough over filling and pinch the edges to seal. Place on greased baking sheets.
2. Bake 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Cut into slices. Serve warm with spaghetti sauce.