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Stuffed Bread Roll combines everyday ingredients into a stunning spiral loaf filled with savory ground beef, melted cheese and classic burger fixings. This hearty dish delivers reliable comfort food satisfaction, making it perfect for family dinners, casual gatherings or game day spreads.
This recipe has become a go-to solution for transforming basic ingredients into something special. The key is balancing the seasonings and achieving a tight spiral when rolling the dough.
Key Ingredients
- Pizza Dough: Fresh dough creates ideal texture
- Ground Beef: Use 80/20 for best flavor balance
- Sliced Cheese: American cheese melts smoothly
- Dill Pickles: Adds zesty crunch
- Crispy Bacon: Provides smoky flavor depth
Using quality bacon and fresh crisp pickles significantly enhances the overall taste.
Preparation Steps
- 1. Prepare Filling
- Cook beef until nicely browned
- Remove most fat but keep some for taste
- Add seasonings gradually
- Let cool slightly
- 2. Prepare Dough
- Dust work surface with flour
- Shape into rectangle
- Maintain even thickness
- Fix any tears quickly
- 3. Layer Ingredients
- Spread sauce to edges
- Add meat layer evenly
- Arrange cheese with overlap
- Distribute toppings well
- 4. Form Roll
- Begin rolling from long side
- Keep roll compact
- Seal edges with water
- Position seam down
- 5. Bake
- Brush with beaten egg
- Cut slits for steam
- Turn halfway through
- Check temperature reaches 165°F
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Storage Instructions
Keep cooled bread in sealed container for 3 days in refrigerator. For freezing, cut into portions first. Wrap slices individually in plastic and foil. Keeps frozen for 2 months. Thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat at 350°F for 10 minutes wrapped in foil.
Advance Preparation
Cook filling one day ahead and refrigerate. Assemble bread up to 12 hours before baking, wrap well, chill. Let stand 30 minutes at room temperature before baking. Make multiple varieties for parties using different fillings. Label clearly for freezing.
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Pro Tips
- Shred cheese just before using
- Cut all toppings same size
- Season each layer well
- Cool 10 minutes post-baking
Serving Ideas
Offer dipping sauces like ranch, marinara or honey mustard. Serve alongside fresh salad or slaw. Cut into rounds for party appetizers with various sauces. Perfect with pickle spears and warm cheese sauce.
Recipe Variations
Try Italian style with pepperoni and mozzarella, Mexican with seasoned beef and jack cheese, or Mediterranean with lamb and feta. Make breakfast rolls using eggs and sausage. Create vegetarian versions with roasted vegetables and cheese blends. The recipe adapts well to many flavor combinations.
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Recipe Overview
This stuffed bread exemplifies creative home cooking at its best. The success comes from proper technique and quality ingredients, showing how simple components can create an impressive finished dish.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why do people call it Garbage Bread?
- It's named for its mix of various burger-style fillings stuffed into bread—it tastes much better than it sounds!
- → Would other cheeses work here?
- Of course! But American cheese melts especially well for that gooey texture.
- → What about extra toppings?
- Feel free to add toppings you like—think mushrooms, onions, or spicy jalapeños.
- → Can this recipe be prepped ahead of time?
- It’s best enjoyed fresh and warm, but you can gently reheat it if you need.
- → What’s the reason for the egg wash?
- It gives the crust a beautiful golden color and a glossy finish, making it look more tempting!