Loaded Pizza Bread

1 . Stage

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

2 . Stage

Slice bread in half lengthwise and scoop out some of the center of the loaf and reserve for another use such as making breadcrumbs. Set loaf halves aside.

3 . Stage

Combine herbed cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, and 1 cup mozzarella cheese in a bowl and stir until well combined. Divide cheese mixture between the two bread halves and spread in an even layer. Top evenly with cooked sausage. Divide sauce among each half, lightly spreading it to cover the sausage. Top with mini pepperoni, olives, and remaining cheese.

4 . Stage

Wrap each loaf halve completely in foil, keeping the top slightly loose so it doesn't stick to the cheese.

5 . Stage

Bake in the preheated oven until the cheeses are gooey and melted and the bread is golden and toasted, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from the foil and let stand 5 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley or basil and cut loaves in 2 inch thick slices. Meredith Food Studie