Mushroom Gouda French Bread Pizzas

Transform your weeknight dinner game with these irresistible Mushroom Gouda French Bread Pizzas! This easy-to-make recipe combines the rustic crunch of toasted French bread with the savory depth of sautéed button mushrooms, fresh thyme, and a luxurious layer of melted Gouda cheese. Each slice is slathered with a zesty pizza or marinara sauce before being loaded with gourmet toppings, then baked to golden perfection in just 15 minutes. Ideal for a quick family dinner or a casual gathering, these mini pizzas deliver big flavor with minimal effort. Customize with fresh parsley for an added burst of color and brightness. Perfect for pizza lovers looking for a flavorful twist, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 French bread loaf
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups Button mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 1.5 cups Gouda cheese, shredded
• 0.75 cup Pizza or marinara sauce
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Slice the French bread loaf in half lengthwise, then cut each half into two equal pieces to make four portions.

Step 3

Place the bread pieces cut side up on the prepared baking sheet and lightly brush each one with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their moisture and begin to brown. Season with salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme leaves. Remove from heat.

Step 6

Spread an even layer of pizza or marinara sauce over each piece of bread.

Step 7

Top each bread slice with the sautéed mushrooms, distributing them evenly.

Step 8

Sprinkle the shredded Gouda cheese generously over the mushrooms.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden, and the bread is crisp around the edges.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(721.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1234.6

Total Fat 87.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 180.0mg	0%
Sodium 3280.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.8g	0%
Total Sugars 17.9g
Protein 59.2g	0%

Vitamin D 64IU	0%
Calcium 1264.8mg	0%
Iron 6.4mg	0%
Potassium 1695.4mg	0%

*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: 61.7%

Protein: 18.5%

Carbs: 19.7%