Q E Pizza on a Raft

Get ready to elevate pizza night with "Q E Pizza on a Raft," a quick and easy twist on classic pizza that’s both fun and flavorful! This ingenious recipe swaps traditional dough for hearty slices of toasted French bread, creating a perfectly crisp and rustic base—your "raft" for indulgent toppings. In just 22 minutes, you'll layer on zesty pizza sauce, gooey mozzarella cheese, savory pepperoni, and a sprinkling of herbs and spices, all melted to perfection right on the stovetop. Finished with fresh basil, this skillet-cooked marvel delivers gourmet flavor with minimal effort. Perfect for busy weeknights, kid-friendly meals, or casual entertaining, "Q E Pizza on a Raft" is a deliciously simple way to satisfy your pizza cravings—no oven required!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:22 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 loaf French bread loaf (or any crusty bread)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Pizza sauce
• 1.5 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 15 pieces Pepperoni slices
• 5 leaves Fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cut the French bread loaf into 4 large slices, cutting horizontally to create flat surfaces for the 'raft' base.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 3

Place the bread slices, cut side down, into the skillet and toast for 2-3 minutes until golden and crisp. Remove and set aside.

Step 4

Spread about 1/4 cup of pizza sauce evenly across the toasted surface of each bread slice.

Step 5

Sprinkle an even layer of shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce, using about 1/4 cup of cheese per slice.

Step 6

Distribute pepperoni slices (approximately 3-4 per slice) evenly over the cheese.

Step 7

Sprinkle garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper lightly over the toppings for added flavor.

Step 8

Return the slices to the skillet, cover with a lid, and cook over medium-low heat for 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Carefully remove the bread slices from the skillet and garnish with fresh basil leaves.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your 'Q E Pizza on a Raft'!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	494 grams (494.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1170

Total Fat 87.70g	112%
Saturated Fat 32.80g	164%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 169mg	56%
Sodium 4209mg	183%
Total Carbohydrate 38.10g	14%
Dietary Fiber 8.70g	31%
Total Sugars 16.40g
Protein 56.50g	113%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1323mg	102%
Iron 6mg	36%
Potassium 1609mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.6%

Protein: 19.4%

Carbs: 13.1%