Garlic-Butter Pizza Pull-Apart Bread

To make this crowd-pleasing Italian-inspired appetizer, simply slice a whole loaf into pull-apart sections and fill with garlic butter, mozzarella cheese, and parsley.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 275 Calories

Ingredients

• ⅔ cup butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
• 1 loaf Nature's Own® Perfectly Crafted White Bread
• ¾ cup mini pepperoni

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2

Place the bread on a 12x24-inch piece of aluminum foil, taking care to keep the bread in a loaf shape. Fold the foil halfway up around the sides of the bread. With a sharp bread knife, cut the bread lengthwise in half, cutting halfway down through the bread slices.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine melted butter, garlic, and Italian seasoning. Brush 2/3 of the butter mixture between the slices of bread. Sprinkle 1 cup of the mozzarella, the pepperoni, and 2 tablespoons parsley between the slices. Drizzle the remaining butter mixture over the top of the bread loaf.

Step 4

Place the foil-lined bread on a rimmed baking sheet. Gently cover bread with additional foil and bake for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Step 5

Uncover and sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes more or until cheese is golden and bread is just browned and crisp on the outside.

Step 6

Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly. If desired, sprinkle with additional parsley and serve with marinara sauce for dipping.