Weekly Wrap-up & Senior Salon Pit Stop #397

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Welcome to Senior Salon Pit Stop #397

Welcome to this week’s Weekly Wrap-up and Blog Link-up.

It’s a new year at the Senior Salon Pit Stop and it’s time to vroom-vroom to all the great posts that everyone is creating all around the the blogosphere! Scroll down to check out my Weekly Wrap-up along with my Featured posts from the previous Pit Stop!

What’s been going on at Homemade on a Weeknight?

Since Mother Nature has decided that we are just going to skip over winter and plunge straight into spring- we are going the the same! We have dropped 4 dozen eggs into the incubator to see what kinds of chicks we can bring to life this year. I am also trying something new and making mini greenhouses using toilet paper rolls and strawberry containers!

What have you been up to this past week?

Just #ICYMI – one of the most popular recipes from the blog this last week was What Did You Read This Month? Book Review Linky – stop over and link up your book centric posts!

In case you missed it, here are the recipes that I shared to the blog this week:

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These posts caught my eye last week! Please check back each week to see if your post is one of the ones that got a feature!

Irish Beef Pot Pie with Guiness shared by Join Me in the Kitchen

Honey Roasted Pork Chops shared by Recipe Simple

Crockpot Angel Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce shared by Moore or Less Cooking

Honey Glazed Pork Loin Roast shared by My Gluten Free Cucina

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A Dozen Recipes Using Rice #RecipeCollection

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Did you know Rice is the single most consumed grain in the world? So of course there are lots of recipes from every type of cuisine that focus on rice. I typically make at least meal a week centered on rice. It works with all of the proteins – including just adding beans for a vegetarian option. In an effort to help you try lots of different rice recipes, I have put together A Dozen Recipes Using Rice for you to check out.

A few key kitchen tools you may want to have to hand when it comes to making these Rice Centered Recipes:

13×9 Baking Dish – using a glass baking dish for the casseroles in the collection is ideal. You get the perfect size vessel to be spred out enough to bake evenly and cook through.
Everyday Pan with a Lid – you will need a 12-14inch pan to make the one pan recipes on this list.
Flat Bamboo Spatula – whenever I am browning rice I prefer to use a flat spatula to move the rice around while it’s cooking. It just makes it easier to insure it doesn’t burn.

And without further adieu – here are My Favorite Rice Recipes from the blog!

Elote Chicken & Rice – I was scrolling my Instagram feed (check me out @homemadeonaweeknight) and some how ended up down a rabbit hole of Elote creations that had me drooling. While I could certainly just make elote as a side for with some tacos or something, I wanted to try use the flavor profiles and turn it into it’s own meal. That resulted in this Elote Chicken & Rice and it was such a win!

Pepper Jack Chicken & Rice – Chicken & Rice is such a great place to start when making homecooked meals on a Weeknight. You can go in so many directions with just a few added ingredients. This recipe gets a little spicy and smoky with the addition of pepperjack cheese and crispy bacon. Pepper Jack Chicken & Rice is a hearty and complete dinner that you and your family are going to really enjoy.

Cheesy Chicken Beans & rice – Beans & Rice is a great starting point for a weeknight dinner. You can work it into so many different types of cuisines depending on the types of beans, rice and or seasoning you add to the mix. For this fun one pan meal, it takes a turn to a Mexican flavor profile by adding in some green chilies and pinto beans. Cheesy Chicken Beans & Rice is an easy to make and hearty weeknight meal.

Cheesy Mushroom & Rice Bake – Classic weeknight cooking is often a casserole or bake style meal. You put all of the ingredients (some partially prepared) into a baking dish and let it all bake it all up in the oven. These are ideal for busy weeknights as you do a very small amount of active time in the kitchen, and then oven does all the rest. Chicken and rice is a great starting point for a bake and this recipe adds in some delicious mushrooms and cheese. Your family is sure to really enjoy this Cheesy Mushroom & Rice Bake.

Kale Chicken & Rice – Chicken and rice is a staple of the homemade on a weeknight rotation because it checks all the boxes. You have your protein, and your carb together is some sort of sauce or gravy. With the addition of Kale, you even have some veg in the mix. So this recipe for Kale Chicken & Rice is a one pot wonder you need to add to your next menu plan.

Honey Chicken Rice Bowls– Rice, veggies and a protein is such a great starting point for a dinner idea. And it can really go anywhere from there. I decided to go down the Asian adjacent path and make my version of the honey chicken with this simple honey sauce. Honey Chicken Rice Bowls is a quick meal, perfect for weeknights, that is great for getting a well balanced meal in with minimal effort. Broccoli and bell peppers are probably the two most loved vegetables in my house – all 6 of us love them – so I do cook with them often. Which made this weeknight creation a new staple on our menu rotation.

Chorizo Beans & Rice– One pan bean and rice dishes are always a great idea for a weeknight dinner. You can put everything into the pan an go about your evening routine. This recipe for Chorizo Beans & Rice is made of simple ingredients, and comes together so easily. It is hearty and full of flavor.

Pork Pilaf with Roasted Asparagus– When it comes to weeknight dinners, I always try to some up with meals that are well rounded, and tick all the boxes. This recipe for Pork Pilaf with Roasted Asparagus really does just that. You have a great combination of ground pork with a garlic and parmesan pilaf and then the addition of the roasted asparagus brings it right on home. You are going to be thrilled with how simple this meal is to get to the table.

KBBQ Chicken Rice Bowls – Rice bowls are one of those staples of weeknight meals. You can make a large variety of cuisines just starting with a simple bowl of rice. It can be the types of proteins you put on top, the types of veggies, the sauces or even the way you season the rice. For this rice bowl I have put together a sauce with a Korean BBQ twist that is used to both marinate and glaze the chicken. KBBQ Chicken Rice Bowls are going to be a real hit on your dinner table.

Cheesy Kielbasa Broccoli Rice – If you are looking for another great #weeknightmeal that comes in the form of a #onepotdinner then you can stop scrolling! This cheesy rice recipe has all you want from an easy family dinner – with cheese, kielbasa, broccoli, and rice all rolled into one. Cheesy Kielbasa Broccoli Rice is so simple to make and so loaded with flavor that you are going to want to make it again and again

Wild Rice Pilaf – There is something about wild rice that just make me think of a hearty meal on a blustery day. It has such a great depth of flavor, without needing too much doctoring to get it there. Wild Rice Pilaf is an amazing side dish to give any weeknight meal a boost. But did you also know that wild rice has a few really great benefits that white rice doesn’t have? It’s actually lower in Fat, Calories and carbs – so really a win all the way around

Mexican Beef & Rice – Weeknights can be rough sometimes – getting dinner on the table doesn’t need to make it harder than it has to be. This one pot Mexican Beef & Rice is so easy to put together and you probably have most of the staple ingredients in your kitchen already. It is also a very hearty meal that is sure to fill everyone up! By cooking this all in one pan, you get so much flavor developed in a short cook time, and less mess to clean up after.

Hope you enjoyed my selections of Rice Recipes – do you have a favorite? Which one will you be trying first?

Estelle Forrest self-published this cookbook after a lot of playing around in the kitchen. You can purchase your own copy here:

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Home Matters Linky Party #566

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Welcome to the weekly Home Matters Linky Party

A great place to come, share your blog posts and make new friends.

We are so glad you are here with us each week.

I am so excited to be a part of the Home Matters Linky Party Team! I have been participating for quite some time and am eager to make some more contributions to this party. A little about me – I’m a Wife and Mom. My husband, four kids, 5 dogs and 75+ chickens (and counting) all currently live in the rural Montana. We are embarking on the adventure of a lifetime as we live out our dreams of being Homesteaders! Like the name implies – I love to make homemade meals every night of the week for my family. I care about what types of things we are eating and I like to try new things. This blog is all about sharing those journeys and adventures with you.

Now on to this week’s party! I can’t wait to see you there.

Meet the hosts!

Donna @ Modern On Monticello — Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Instagram

Joy @ Days Filled With Joy — Facebook | Pinterest | Instagram | Facebook Group

Estelle @ Homemade On A Weeknight — Facebook | Pinterest | Instagram

My feature this week!

Baked Meatball Subs

EACH HOSTESS SELECTS THEIR OWN 4 FEATURES EACH WEEK. THERE ARE A TOTAL OF 12 DIFFERENT BLOGGERS FEATURED WEEKLY.

IF YOU WEREN’T FEATURED ON MY BLOG THIS WEEK, YOU MAY HAVE BEEN FEATURED AT Love My Little Cottage , OR Days filled with joy. HOP OVER TO TAKE A LOOK!

My feature picks this week!

Cheddar Biscuits

shared by Recipes My Mom Gave Me

Broccoli Pasta Salad

shared by Crystal & Co.

Strawberry Crunch Cookies

shared by Press Print Party!

Sausage and Egg Muffins

shared by Organized Island

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What Did You Read This Month? Book Review Link-up #19

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Welcome to the Monthly Book Report and Book Review Link-up #19 – February 2026!

On the First Wednesday of each month I will be sharing my latest read – which could be a cookbook, a celebrity chef biography or memoir, a lifestyle book, a gardening book, a homemaking book or maybe even a cozy kitchen mystery book. They may be paper books, eBooks, or audio books. I have challenged myself to read or listen to at least one book per week, and I plan to share that with you all here.

In addition to my Book Report, there will be a Book Report LInky – a chance for all of you to share your own book review blog post (TWO per blog, please). We want to see what had you page flipping, can’t put it down, totally captivated.

Lastly will be a few Featured Reviews from the previous month’s shared posts. This will be a post picked at random by the host. Each host will likely pick their own features – so that’s multiple chances to be featured!

If you have any suggestions for me on book I should check out – please let me know!

About the Author:

Carrie Solomon is an American chef and cookbook author. She has authored cookbooks in English and in French. She writes and contributes recipes regularly for ELLE magazine France. She lives in Paris with her two daughters.

Brief Description of the book:

Leading chefs such as Hugh Acheson, Alice Waters, Dan Barber, and others have become famous for the sumptuous creations they offer at their legendary restaurants. But what happens when the chef whites come off and they head home? With exclusive photographs and interviews, authors Carrie Solomon and Adrian Moore provide an inside look at how these icons of cuisine cook for themselves.
Each chef’s entry contains an anecdotal essay that sheds light on his or her personal and professional background; annotated photographic spreads showing the contents of their refrigerators and freezers; a short Q&A section; an informal portrait in their kitchen; and recipes. This is a rare, intimate window into the lives and appetites of some of today’s greatest culinary minds—including twelve chefs who share 36 Michelin stars between them.

My Review:

I was really unsure when I decided to download this book into my kindle app. But wow was I impressed with the content. It truly is a rare look into the real lives of these chefs that we see on TV and on so many cookbooks. I really enjoyed the banter of the interview, its just an accounting of their conversations. I was also very inspired by the intriguing ingredients that were found in the Chefs’ Fridges.

About the Author:

From his bustling shop in Shizuoka to kitchens around the world, Chef Takanashi’s mission is simple: to help you make the best-ever homemade ramen—fast, fun, and full of flavor!

Brief Description of the book:

Japanese ramen chef Shigekazu Takanashi shows you how to make authentic ramen from start to finish (including the broth) in under an hour!

Ever wish you could create delicious ramen at home that tastes like it came straight from a professional noodle bar in Tokyo or Osaka? This new book by Japanese ramen chef Shigekazu Takanashi shows you how—using easy-to-find ingredients, flavor-enhancing secrets and time-saving shortcuts!

My Review:

This cookbook is loaded with so many pieces of education with gorgeous photos. And the cookbook has way more than just Ramen recipes which make it possible to have the entire Ramen shop experience right in your own kitchen.

This Months’s Featured Posts:

These are posts that stood out from the list of linked up posts last month. I hope you will hope over and check out their review. And don’t forget to link-up your own book-centric posts – YOU MIGHT BE NEXT WEEK’S FEATURE!

Strong Roots by Olia Hercules

Shared by The Flourishing Family

#OpenBook for January 2026

Shared by Spiritual Woman

The Book Review Linky

Meet Your Librarians…errmmm I mean Hosts!

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Now for the link-up!

Party Guidelines:

1. Please take some time to poke around and visit some of the other links.

2. Please take some time to check out your hosts and co-hosts on social media.

3. We appreciate the variety of blogs on the www; however, the Book Review Linky is for links related to Books. Please link accordingly.

4. All Captions need to be Family-Friendly and PG. If your post has EXPLICIT content, you must label it in the caption. If you DO NOT DO this your link will be removed.

5. You may add as many Book-Centric Posts as you like.

With your help, we can continue to grow the Book Review Linky Party ! Thank you!

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If you are interested, please contact Estelle at homemadeonaweeknight@gmail.com

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Baked Meatball Subs

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I love a good sandwich for dinner. Hot sandwiches are easy to eat and make too. These Baked Meatballs Subs give you all the joys of a good deli sandwich right from your home kitchen. By using three types of cheese you get a little extra pizzazz for very little effort. I’ve included my recipes for meatballs and red sauce – which you could use in lots of different recipes too.

This recipe may seem to have have a few extra steps but please dont skip any. The step of toasting the rolls before adding the meatballs and sauce makes sure things don’t get all soggy before it even makes it to the plate.

Substitutes and Variations:

If you are inclined to use frozen meatballs and/or jarred red sauce – go for it. I will say use the smaller meatballs (roughly one inch diameter) so they are easy to put in the rolls. You can also go all mozzarella cheese if you don’t want the Provolone.

Suggestions for Sides:

A good salad is great on the side of these subs. You could also do some parmesan herb fries. Just cook the fries as directed on the package. Then melt 4 tablespoons of butter and mix in ½ cup grated parmesan, 1 tbsp Italian seasoning, 1 tsp garlic powder and 1 tsp onion powder. Right when the fries come out of the oven transfer them to bowl and drizzle the butter mix over the top. Toss to evenly coat.

Tools that may make this recipe easier:

Please use the parchment paper inside your 13×9 baking dish. You will thank me when it comes time for whomever is doing the dishes and they only have to toss the paper and rinse the dish. If you bake it directly in the dish, the sauce and cheese becomes a bit of a nightmare. It also makes serving so much easier as the subs aren’t sticking to the dish so they don’t risk getting ripped.

Now Let’s Get Cookin’!

Baked Meatball Subs

Delicious homemade meatballs in a classic red sauce on a crusty deli roll, covered in three melty cheeses

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword beef meatballs, grated parmesan, meatball sub, meatballs, mozzarella cheese, provolone, red sauce

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 45

Servings

Ingredients

6 Crusty Deli Rolls split
6 slices Provolone Cheese cut in half
2 cups Mozzarella Cheese shredded
½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
1 tbsp Italian Seasoning
Cooking Spray

For the Red Sauce

2 15oz can Tomato Purees
1 tsp Garlic Powder
1 tsp Onion Powder
1 tsp Pepper
1 tsp Paprika
1 tbsp Dried Parsley
1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
1 tbsp Honey

For the Meatballs

1½ lb Ground Beef
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Pepper
1 tsp Paprika
1 tsp Dried Basil
1 cup Grated Parmesan
1 cup Breadcrumbs
1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 425degF.
Combine meatball ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Using a 1inch scoop, portion meat mixtures into balls. Roll between your hands to make round. Place on baking rack over a parchment paper covered baking sheet. Bake in oven for 20 minutes.
Add ingredients for red sauce to a sauce pan over medium high heat. Bring just to a bubble, and then reduce to a simmer.
Remove meatballs from the baking sheet and add to the red sauce. Continue to simmer
Add split rolls to a parchment paper lined 13×9 baking dish. Spray over with cooking spray and then add two halves of provolone to the center of each roll. Place in oven for 8 minutes.
Remove rolls from oven. Add 5-6 meatballs with some sauce to each roll. Add a portion of mozzarella cheese. Then sprinkle with parmesan cheese and then Italian seasoning. Return to the oven for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown on top. Serve right away.

I love to link up my posts to lots of blogs around the internet – check out this Ultimate Handy Linky Party List to find some of the places I share to!

Estelle Forrest self-published this cookbook after a lot of playing around in the kitchen. You can purchase your own copy here:

AVAILABLE IN PRINT OR KINDLE eBOOK VERSIONS

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Weekly Wrap-up & Senior Salon Pit Stop #396

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Welcome to Senior Salon Pit Stop #394

Welcome to this week’s Weekly Wrap-up and Blog Link-up.

What’s been going on at Homemade on a Weeknight?

It is hard to believe that the first month of 2026 has already come and gone. I swear I blinked and the calendar already needs changing. I was trying to run down what was accomplished over the last month and while it doesn’t seem like big things- it is still things checked off.

What have you been up to this past week?

Just #ICYMI – one of the most popular recipes from the blog this last week was Ground Beef & Potato Tacos

In case you missed it, here are the recipes that I shared to the blog this week:

Welcome to the Senior Salon Pit Stop!

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Black Forest Trifle shared by My Wee Abode

Stained Glass Valentines Cookies shared by Darcy and Brian

Red Velvet Pancakes with Sweet Cream Glaze shared by Miz Helen’s Country Cottage

Amish Baked Apple Dumplings with Caramel Sauce shared by Join Me in the Kitchen

Come and meet your Senior Salon Pit Stop Crew.

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Simple Grilled Garlic Chicken

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Having lots of ways to prepare chicken is a big part of homemade weeknight cooking. This particular chicken recipe works for lots of different preparations – hot and cold. Simple Grilled Garlic Chicken gets most of its flavor from the marinade and then gets amplified by the grilling. You can put this on pasta, over rice, in a sandwich or wrap or over a salad.

You can use chicken breast cut into strips or chicken tenderloins for this recipe. I prefer the tenders but I know its hard to come by enough tenders when you dont raise your own meat chickens. Not all grocers stock just tenders, but most can get you a package of them if you request it.

Substitutes and Variations:

As I’ve said you can use chicken breast or tenderloins for this recipe. You can also use boneless skinless thigh meat as well. If you want to add a more Italian flair add some basil and oregano to the seasoning mix. If you want it to have a more Mexican flavor, add some cumin and chili powder.

Suggestions for Sides:

This is so good with my Garlic Herb Angel Hair Pasta. It is also really good over a parmesan rice or couscous. You can put it over a salad, in a taco or wrap.

Tools that may make this recipe easier:

If you do not have a grill pan in your selection of pans at home – I strongly encourage you to get one. I use mine all the time for all sorts of things. The raised grills line give a unique cooking experience.

Now Let’s Get Cookin’!

Simple Grilled Garlic Chicken

A classic and flavorful recipe for grilled garlic chicken perfect for pasta, rice dishes, wraps or sandwiches.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword Chicken, chicken breast, chicken tenders, Garlic, olive oil, parsley

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 30

Marinating Time 1

Servings

Equipment

1 Grill Pan

Ingredients

2 lb Chicken Breast cut into 1-inch strips (or the tenders)
½ cup Olive Oil
1 tbsp Garlic Powder
1 tbsp Dried Parsley
1 tsp Onion Powder
1 tsp Paprika
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Pepper

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Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a bowl and toss to coat evenly. Cover and place in refrigerator for at least an hour.
Using a Grill: Heat grill to highest heat. If grill grates opening are wider than the strips of chicken, use a mesh grill pan or foil to prevent falling through. Add chicken, one a time to the grill. Once you get them all on the grill, wait four minutes then start flipping each over. Again wait four minutes and remove from heat. (Use a meat thermometer to make sure the thickest part has reached 165degF)
Using a Grill Pan: Heat pan to high. You will have to grill the chicken in batches. Start adding the chicken one at a time to the pan. Once the pan in full, wait five minutes then go back to the start and flip each piece. Wait another five minutes and remove from heat. (Use a meat thermometer to make sure the thickest part has reached 165degF)
If serving in a hot/warm preparation, keep warm on a platter in cold oven.
If serving in a cool/cold preparation, you can bring down to room temp on the counter than transfer to a container and place in the refrigerator.

I love to link up my posts to lots of blogs around the internet – check out this Ultimate Handy Linky Party List to find some of the places I share to!

Estelle Forrest self-published this cookbook after a lot of playing around in the kitchen. You can purchase your own copy here:

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Home Matters Linky Party #565

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Welcome to the weekly Home Matters Linky Party

A great place to come, share your blog posts and make new friends.

We are so glad you are here with us each week.

Now on to this week’s party! I can’t wait to see you there.

Meet the hosts!

Donna @ Modern On Monticello — Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Instagram

Joy @ Days Filled With Joy — Facebook | Pinterest | Instagram | Facebook Group

Estelle @ Homemade On A Weeknight — Facebook | Pinterest | Instagram

My feature this week!

Individual French Bread Pizzas

EACH HOSTESS SELECTS THEIR OWN 4 FEATURES EACH WEEK. THERE ARE A TOTAL OF 12 DIFFERENT BLOGGERS FEATURED WEEKLY.

IF YOU WEREN’T FEATURED ON MY BLOG THIS WEEK, YOU MAY HAVE BEEN FEATURED AT Love My Little Cottage , OR Days filled with joy. HOP OVER TO TAKE A LOOK!

My feature picks this week!

Winter Roasted Vegetable Salad

shared by Miz Helen’s Country Cottage

Baked Appetizer Tortellini Bites

shared by Sonata Home Design

Mary’s Garbanzo Bean Salad

shared by Scratchmade Food for Hungry People

Million Dollar Spicy Brown Sugar Glazed Bacon Crackers

shared by Recipe Idea Shop

Home Matters Linky Party Guidelines:

Please take some time to poke around and visit some of the other links.
Please take some time to check out your hosts and co-hosts on social media.
We appreciate the variety of blogs on the www; however, the Home Matters Party is for links on matters of the HOME. Please link accordingly.
We ask that you do not add other Linky Parties, Blog Hops, or Giveaways–unless you begin the party with a new project, recipe or post.
On the same note, please do not add links of an extremist, political or strong controversial nature. (The hosts and co-hosts read each and every blog post linked and will contact you directly if you have linked something that does not fit into the realm of the party.)

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Individual French Bread Pizzas

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My favorite part of French bread pizza is the crispy edge of the outer crust. When you make them out of a whole bit loaf of French bread, only some of you get to have that crunchy bite. So I decided to give everyone the whole experience by making them individually. These Individual French Bread Pizzas are so easy to make, you will definitely want to add them to your menu rotation.

These pizzas can work for an easy weeknight dinner but also for a weekend lunch or even as an appetizer or finger food at the your next get together- like the big game. They keep quite nicely and can be reheated as well.

Substitutes and Variations:

You can make this recipe slightly faster and/or simpler by using a jarred pasta sauce or pizza sauce. Also if you make your red sauce differently than I, then by all means use your version. I kept it simple with just cheese and pepperoni toppings. You can fo others – bacon, ham, sausage. I would caution against “wet” toppings like mushrooms and peppers as they can cause things to get very soggy.

Suggestions for Sides:

This is great with a salad on this side. I like to go for a romaine base, with some shredded carrots, chunked cucumber, thin sliced red onion, croutons, cherry tomatoes and ranch. These little pizzas would also go very well with some chicken wings!

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The key to even toasting of the bread is a baking rack over the baking sheet. I know I harp on this but its absolutely true that giving just the little bit of space between the flat surface of the pan and the underside of the bread will give you a nice crispy bottom.

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Individual French Bread Pizzas

Fun personal pizzas made on bread with an easy red sauce, pepperoni and cheese.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Italian

Keyword grated parmesan, mozzarella, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni pizza, pizza, red sauce

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Proofing Time 1

Servings

Ingredients

6 Crusty Deli Rolls sliced in half
6 oz Pepperoni Slices
2 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
½ cup Grated Parmesan
4 tbsp Butter melted
1 tsp Garlic Powder
1 tsp Parsley
1 tsp Onion Powder
1 tsp Italian Seasoning

For the Sauce

1 15 oz Tomato Puree
1 tbsp Honey
1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
1 tsp Italian Seasoning
1 tsp Garlic Powder
1 tsp Dried Onion
1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes

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Instructions

Preheat Oven to 425degF
In a sauce pan over medium heat, add ingredients for the sauce. Stir to combine and cook for 5 minutes. Reduce to low and let simmer.
In a separate bowl, add melted butter, garlic powder, parsley and onion powder.
Lay split rolls (inside up) out on a baking rack over a parchment paper covered baking sheet. Brush each with the seasoned melted butter mix. Place in oven for 8 minutes.
Removed tossed rolls from oven and spoon red sauce onto each. Add a portion of mozzarella cheese, then 4-5 slices of pepperoni. Add another small portion of mozzarella cheese, sprinkle with parmesan cheese and then Italian seasoning. Return baking sheet to the oven for 10-12 minutes (until tops are golden brown).

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