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Ingredients
| 1 | (12–14") soft loaf French or Italian bread, split in half lengthwise |
| 1 | garlic clove, smashed |
| 0.5cup | store-bought tomato sauce |
| 1cup | coarsely grated mozzarella (about 4 ounces) |
| 3ounces | sliced pepperoni |
| 0.25teaspoon | crushed red-pepper flakes (optional) |
| 2tablespoons | coarsely chopped fresh basil |
Preparation
1. Position rack in top third of oven and preheat to 425°F. Place bread, cut side up, on a rimmed baking sheet and bake 5 minutes. Remove from oven and rub cut sides with garlic. 2. Spread tomato sauce on cut sides of bread. Top with mozzarella, pepperoni, and red-pepper flakes, if using. 3. Bake until cheese is melted and golden brown, about 10 minutes. Top with basil.