Garbage Bread is a fun and delicious stuffed bread that uses up leftovers or a mix of meats, cheeses, and veggies — all wrapped up in pizza dough or crescent roll dough. Despite the name, there’s nothing trashy about the taste!
🔥 Classic Garbage Bread Recipe
🧀 Ingredients:
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1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
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1/2 pound ground beef or sausage, cooked and drained
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1/2 cup pepperoni slices (optional)
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1/2 small onion, diced
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1/2 green pepper, diced
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1/2 cup marinara or pizza sauce (plus extra for dipping)
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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Olive oil (for brushing)
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Parmesan cheese (optional)
🍳 Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Roll out the dough into a large rectangle on a floured surface.
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Spread the sauce in the center of the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.
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Add fillings: layer cooked beef, pepperoni, veggies, and cheeses.
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Sprinkle seasoning evenly over the top.
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Roll it up jelly-roll style from the long side, then pinch the seams shut.
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Transfer to the baking sheet seam-side down. Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with Parmesan if using.
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Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
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Cool slightly, then slice and serve with extra sauce for dipping.
