Texas Toast Garlic Bread Pizza (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Base and Sauce

01 - 8 slices Texas Toast Garlic Bread
02 - 1 cup pizza sauce

→ Toppings

03 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni (optional)
05 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
06 - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
07 - Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven according to Texas toast package instructions (typically 425°F/220°C).
02 - Arrange Texas toast in single layer on baking sheet. Bake until lightly toasted, about 5 minutes.
03 - Remove toast from oven. Spread 1-2 tablespoons pizza sauce on each slice, leaving small border around edges.
04 - Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over sauce, add pepperoni or other toppings, and season with Italian seasoning and optional red pepper flakes.
05 - Return to oven and bake 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly, and edges are golden brown.
06 - Garnish with fresh basil if desired. Serve immediately while hot.

# Notes:

01 - Customize with your favorite pizza toppings
02 - Pre-toasting bread prevents sogginess
03 - Quick alternative to traditional pizza