This is called “Garbage Bread” but it tastes like pure gold!

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🥖 “Garbage Bread” (But It Tastes Like Pure Gold)

This ultra-cheesy, meaty stuffed bread is endlessly customizable, ridiculously delicious, and perfect for game day, parties, or an easy weeknight dinner.

🧀 Ingredients

Base:

  • 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)

  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)

  • 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash – optional)

  • 1 tsp garlic powder or Italian seasoning (for crust – optional)

Classic Filling Combo (feel free to customize!):

  • ½ pound ground beef or Italian sausage

  • ½ onion, finely chopped

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

  • ½ cup cheddar or provolone cheese (optional)

  • ¼ cup sliced pickles or banana peppers (optional)

  • ¼ cup pizza sauce or ketchup (optional)

🥣 Optional Fillings (Mix & Match):

Use up whatever is in your fridge! That’s why it’s called “garbage” bread 😉
Here are some ideas:

  • Pepperoni, ham, or cooked bacon

  • Cooked mushrooms, bell peppers, or jalapeños

  • Cream cheese or ricotta for creaminess

  • Spinach or arugula

  • Hot sauce, ranch, or mustard

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Filling

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef (or sausage) with chopped onion and garlic until browned. Drain excess grease.

  2. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let it cool slightly.

  3. Stir in any extras (like sauces, peppers, etc.) and set aside.

Step 2: Roll the Dough

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. Roll out your pizza dough on a floured surface into a large rectangle (~10×14 inches).

  3. Evenly spread the cooled meat mixture over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border all around.

  4. Sprinkle shredded cheeses over the filling.

Step 3: Roll It Up

  1. Carefully roll the dough up jelly-roll style, starting from the long side. Tuck in the ends.

  2. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet seam-side down.

  3. Optional: Brush with egg wash for a golden crust, then sprinkle with garlic powder, Italian herbs, or sesame seeds.

Step 4: Bake

  1. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

  2. Let it rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.

Step 5: Serve

  • Slice into thick rounds.

  • Serve with warm pizza sauce, marinara, ranch, or spicy ketchup for dipping.

🧠 Tips

  • Cool the filling before rolling so the dough doesn’t get soggy.

  • Don’t overstuff — it’ll split!

  • Reheats great in an air fryer or oven.

  • Use crescent roll dough for a puffier, buttery twist.

🔁 Variations

🔸 Buffalo Chicken Garbage Bread

  • Shredded rotisserie chicken + buffalo sauce + cream cheese + mozzarella + green onions

🔸 Taco Style

  • Taco-seasoned ground beef + cheddar + jalapeños + crushed Doritos (yes, really)

🔸 Breakfast Version

  • Scrambled eggs + bacon + cheese + sautéed onions/peppers

🔸 Veggie Supreme

  • Mushrooms + spinach + peppers + olives + feta or goat cheese..

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