Description
Garbage Bread is a hearty, savory stuffed bread loaded with a mixture of sausage, vegetables, and cheese, all wrapped in soft pizza dough and baked to golden perfection. This versatile recipe lets you use various meats and veggies, making it a perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer or meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 1 package refrigerated pizza dough (or homemade dough if preferred)
Filling
- 1/2 cup cooked sausage, crumbled (or any meat of choice, like pepperoni, ham, or bacon)
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 1/4 cup diced onions (optional)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning or dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Assembly
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for brushing)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the stuffed bread.
- Prepare the dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle approximately 12×8 inches in size to accommodate the filling.
- Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, combine the cooked crumbled sausage (or your choice of meat), diced bell peppers, mushrooms, black olives, onions, shredded mozzarella, and cheddar cheeses. Season the mixture with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, then mix well until evenly combined.
- Assemble the bread: Spread the filling mixture evenly down the center of the rolled-out dough, leaving about 1 inch of dough on each side free of filling.
- Roll up the dough: Fold in the edges of the dough and roll it up carefully like a log to completely enclose the filling. Pinch the seams tightly to seal and tuck the ends underneath to prevent leakage during baking.
- Prepare the egg wash: Beat the egg in a small bowl and brush it over the entire surface of the dough roll to help achieve a golden, shiny finish once baked. Optionally, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top for added flavor and texture.
- Bake: Place the rolled-up Garbage Bread onto the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and slice: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes on a wire rack. Slice into thick pieces and serve warm for best flavor and texture enjoyment.
Notes
- You can customize the filling by using any leftover meats or vegetables you have on hand.
- Optional vegetables like mushrooms, olives, and onions can be omitted based on preference or availability.
- Ensure seams are well sealed to prevent filling from leaking during baking.
- Allowing the bread to cool slightly helps in cleaner slicing and avoiding the filling from spilling out.
- This bread can be served as an appetizer, snack, or paired with a side salad for a main meal.
