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Easy Garbage Bread

Easy Garbage Bread

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Short Description

Easy Garbage Bread is a hearty, flavor-packed dish that combines seasoned ground beef, crispy bacon, tangy pickles, and melted cheese, all wrapped in golden French bread dough. Baked until golden and sliced into crave-worthy spirals, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleasing comfort food.recipe maestro+1Pinterest+1

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Comfort Food Classic: Combines all the flavors of a cheeseburger in a convenient, sliceable loaf.

  • Customizable: Easily adaptable with different meats, cheeses, and condiments.

  • Make-Ahead Friendly: Can be prepared in advance and baked when ready to serve.

  • Freezer-Friendly: Perfect for batch cooking and storing for future meals.

  • Crowd-Pleaser: Ideal for parties, game days, or family dinners.Plain Chicken

Ingredients

(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)

Directions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

  2. Cook Beef and Onions: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and the onions are translucent. Season with salt and pepper. Drain any excess grease.

  3. Prepare Dough: On a floured surface, unroll the French bread dough into a large rectangle.

  4. Add Condiments: Spread ketchup and mustard evenly over the dough, leaving a ½-inch border around the edges.

  5. Layer Fillings: Evenly distribute the cooked beef mixture over the condiments. Sprinkle crumbled bacon and chopped pickles on top. Lay the American cheese slices over the fillings.

  6. Roll and Seal: Starting from one long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Pinch the seams and ends to seal.

  7. Prepare for Baking: Place the rolled dough seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the top with the beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

  8. Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown.

  9. Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with Thousand Island dressing for dipping.The Country Cook+2recipe maestro+2No Dash of Gluten+2From Gate To Plate+2The Country Cook+2No Dash of Gluten+2

Servings and Timing

Variations

  • Spicy Kick: Add jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the filling.

  • Different Meats: Substitute ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or sausage.

  • Cheese Options: Use cheddar, mozzarella, or pepper jack instead of American cheese.

  • Vegetarian Version: Replace meat with sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, and onions.

  • Breakfast Twist: Fill with scrambled eggs, cooked bacon or sausage, and cheese.

Storage/Reheating

  • Refrigeration: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

  • Freezing: Wrap the baked and cooled bread tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 3 months.

  • Reheating: Thaw overnight in the refrigerator if frozen. Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes, or until warmed through.Plain Chicken

FAQs

Can I use pizza dough instead of French bread dough?

Yes, pizza dough can be used as a substitute for French bread dough.

What other fillings can I use?

You can customize the fillings with ingredients like sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, or different cheeses.

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the bread ahead of time and refrigerate it until ready to bake.

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Easy Garbage Bread

Easy Garbage Bread

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  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4-servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
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Description

This Easy Garbage Bread is the ultimate comfort food mashup—savory ground beef, crispy bacon, tangy pickles, and melty cheese all wrapped in golden French bread dough. Baked to perfection and sliced into crave-worthy spirals, it’s a crowd-pleasing dish perfect for game days, family dinners, or any occasion

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef

  • 1/2 cup diced onion

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • 1/4 tsp pepper

  • 1 (11 oz) tube refrigerated French bread dough

  • 1/3 cup ketchup

  • 3 tbsp mustard

  • 6 slices cooked and crumbled bacon (or 1 package of bacon pieces)

  • 2 dill pickle spears, chopped

  • 8 slices American cheese

  • 1 large egg, beaten

  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds

  • Thousand Island dressing, for serving

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

  • Cook Beef Mixture: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and the onion is tender. Season with salt and pepper. Drain excess grease.

  • Prepare Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the French bread dough into a large rectangle.recipeshints.com+3recipe maestro+3No Dash of Gluten+3

  • Add Condiments: Spread ketchup and mustard evenly over the dough, leaving a ½-inch border around the edges.No Dash of Gluten+2The Country Cook+2recipe maestro+2

  • Layer Fillings: Evenly distribute the cooked beef mixture over the condiments. Sprinkle crumbled bacon and chopped pickles on top. Lay the American cheese slices over the fillings in a single layer.No Dash of Gluten+2recipe maestro+2The Country Cook+2

  • Roll and Seal: Starting from one long edge, carefully roll the dough into a log, sealing the edges to enclose the fillings. Place the roll seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.recipe maestro+1No Dash of Gluten+1

  • Egg Wash and Topping: Brush the top of the dough with the beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds.The Country Cook+1No Dash of Gluten+1

  • Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown.

  • Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool for at least 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with Thousand Island dressing for dipping.The Country Cook+1No

Notes

  • Customization: Feel free to customize the fillings with your favorite ingredients, such as sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, or different cheeses.

  • Make-Ahead: You can assemble the bread ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake.No Dash of Gluten

  • Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for best results.

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