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The Ultimate Customizable Cheesy Garbage Bread

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Create the ultimate comfort food with this highly customizable Cheesy Garbage Bread recipe. This hearty, savory loaf, stuffed with meats and melted cheese, is perfect for game days, parties, or an easy family dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (13.8 ounce) package refrigerated pizza dough
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef (or substitute with ground sausage or turkey)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup cooked, crumbled bacon (optional)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped pepperoni (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it is fully browned. Drain off any excess fat.
  3. Return the cooked meat to the skillet. Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for one minute until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine the cooked meat mixture, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, crumbled bacon (if using), and chopped pepperoni (if using). Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed. This is your filling.
  5. Unroll the refrigerated pizza dough onto a lightly floured surface. If the dough is rectangular, you can leave it as is. If it is round, gently stretch or roll it into a rough rectangle, about 10 by 14 inches.
  6. Spread the entire filling mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border clear around all edges.
  7. Starting with one long side, tightly roll the dough into a log. Pinch the seam closed firmly to seal the filling inside. Tuck the ends under the loaf to prevent leakage during baking.
  8. Carefully transfer the loaf to the prepared baking sheet, placing it seam-side down.
  9. Using a sharp knife, cut several diagonal slits (about 1/2 inch deep) across the top of the loaf. This allows steam to escape and creates pull-apart sections.
  10. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with the Italian seasoning. Brush this mixture evenly over the top and sides of the dough log.
  11. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly inside.
  12. Let the bread cool on the baking sheet for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing into thick pieces. Serve warm as an irresistible cheese bake or hearty dinner loaf.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, substitute half of the ground beef with cooked Italian sausage.
  • If you prefer a tangier flavor, add 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese to the filling mixture.
  • To make this a quick game day snack, use pre-cooked, crumbled bacon and pre-shredded cheese to save preparation time.

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