Description
Cheesy garbage bread combines Italian-American comfort with irresistible flavor profiles that satisfy serious snack cravings. Melted cheese, savory meats, and crispy bread edges create a crowd-pleasing appetizer you won’t be able to resist sharing with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped (any color)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Sauces:
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Bread and Toppings:
- 1 tube refrigerated pizza dough
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the culinary workspace by heating the oven to 375°F (190°C) and arranging a baking sheet with parchment paper or light grease.
- Create a robust meat mixture by browning ground beef in a skillet, breaking it into crumbly fragments until fully cooked and no pink remains.
- Enhance the meat with aromatic vegetables: sauté diced onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic until they soften and release their fragrant essence.
- Elevate the flavor profile by incorporating seasonings including salt, black pepper, Italian herbs, paprika, ketchup, and barbecue sauce. Stir thoroughly and allow the mixture to meld together for several minutes.
- Transform the pizza dough into a canvas, rolling it into a rectangular shape on a lightly floured surface, ensuring ample workspace around the edges.
- Distribute the cooled meat mixture evenly across the dough, leaving a modest border for sealing. Generously cascade mozzarella cheese over the savory filling.
- Carefully roll the dough into a compact log, starting from the longest edge. Meticulously seal the ends and seams to prevent filling from escaping during baking.
- Craft a rich butter glaze by combining melted butter with garlic powder, then lovingly brush this mixture across the dough’s surface.
- Slide the prepared log into the preheated oven, baking until the exterior transforms into a golden, crispy shell (approximately 20-25 minutes).
- Allow the bread to rest and solidify for several minutes after removing from the oven. Slice into appetizing portions and serve warm, optionally garnishing with fresh parsley for a vibrant touch.
Notes
- Customize the filling by replacing ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based alternatives for a healthier or vegetarian version.
- To enhance flavor, experiment with different cheese combinations like cheddar, provolone, or pepper jack for added depth and complexity.
- Prevent soggy bottom by patting cooked meat and vegetables dry with paper towels before assembling to remove excess moisture.
- Elevate presentation and texture by sprinkling everything bagel seasoning or grated Parmesan cheese on top before baking for a crispy, flavorful crust.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 482
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 893 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg