Description
Cheesy Garbage Bread Delight is a savory stuffed bread featuring a flavorful mix of mozzarella, sausage, pepperoni, bacon, and fresh vegetables. Wrapped in a soft pizza dough and baked to golden perfection, this hearty dish makes a perfect appetizer or snack for gatherings and casual meals.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Dough and Bread:
- 1 loaf of refrigerated pizza dough (or homemade dough)
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
For the Filling:
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked sausage, crumbled
- 1/2 cup cooked pepperoni, chopped
- 1/4 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the stuffed bread.
- Roll Out Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a roughly 10 by 14 inch rectangle to form the base for the filling.
- Prepare Filling: In a medium bowl, combine mozzarella cheese, crumbled sausage, chopped pepperoni, crumbled bacon, diced green bell pepper, red onion, sliced black olives, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute ingredients.
- Assemble the Bread: Spread the cheese and meat mixture evenly along the center of the dough, leaving about an inch free on both sides for folding.
- Fold and Seal: Fold the dough sides over the filling carefully to create a loaf shape, then pinch and seal the edges tightly to prevent filling from leaking out during baking.
- Butter and Top: Brush the outside of the formed loaf generously with melted butter, then sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top for a flavorful crust.
- Prepare for Baking: Place the loaf seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the crust turns golden brown and cheese inside is melted and bubbly.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes to allow the filling to set and make slicing easier.
- Serve: Slice the bread warm and enjoy the savory, cheesy goodness of the garbage bread delight.
Notes
- Use cooked meats to ensure they are fully cooked and safe to eat before assembling the bread.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes based on your heat preference.
- This bread pairs well with a marinara dipping sauce or a side salad for a complete meal.
- You can substitute any of the meats and veggies according to your preference or what you have on hand.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven or toaster oven for best results.
