Cheesy Garbage Bread

Stuffed pizza roll transforms basic items into a swirled delight packed with taste - perfect when you're feeding many people or just want some good comfort food. This adaptable rolled bread has seasoned beef, melty cheese, and sweet-tangy BBQ sauce all bundled in crispy pizza dough, making a grab-and-go meal that's fun to create and totally addictive.

I first tried stuffed pizza roll at my friend's house during a football championship and couldn't stop eating it. When I saw everyone grabbing for the final piece, I knew I needed the instructions. Now it's what I always bring when I need something that'll be gone fast—there's never anything left to take home!

Tasty Straightforward Components

• Store-bought pizza dough gives you a flaky base—without any extra work
• Ground beef makes a filling that's rich and keeps hunger away
• Onions and bell peppers bring a sweet crunch that cuts through the richness
• Mozzarella cheese creates that wonderful pull-apart moment when hot
• BBQ sauce mixed with ketchup offers the right balance of sweet and tangy
• Basic spices like Italian mix and paprika boost flavor without taking over

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No-Fuss Construction Approach

Tasty Foundation

Start by cooking ground beef in a big pan, smashing it into tiny bits as it heats up. This makes the core of your filling, so don't rush the browning—that's where you get all the good taste. When it's fully cooked, pour off the extra fat so your bread won't end up soggy.

Adding Plant Power

Toss in diced onions, bell peppers, and crushed garlic with the cooked beef, cooking until they're soft and smelling great. These veggies don't just make it healthier—they add deeper flavors and better texture. The juice they give off also helps keep everything moist inside.

Spice Blend Trick

Throw in salt, pepper, Italian mix, and paprika, letting them warm up in the hot skillet. Then mix in your sauce combo—the ketchup and BBQ sauce team up for a sweet-tangy mix that holds everything together. Let it bubble gently for a minute to mix the flavors before setting it aside to cool down a bit.

Getting the Dough Ready

Spread your store-bought pizza dough on a floured counter into a big rectangle, roughly 12×15 inches with the same thickness all over. Don't stress about perfect edges—this is down-to-earth food. The flat dough becomes your base for all the tasty stuff.

Smart Layering

Spread your partly cooled mixture evenly on the dough, but leave an inch empty around all sides. This space is super important—it lets you close up the roll properly without stuff leaking out. Scatter loads of shredded mozzarella over top, which will turn into pockets of gooey goodness throughout.

How to Roll It Up

From one long side, roll the dough into a tube, kind of like making sweet rolls. Go slowly and keep pressing evenly to make it uniform. Once it's all rolled up, squeeze the edge and ends to fully seal, then put it seam-side down on your baking tray.

Last Little Touch

Coat the whole outside with melted butter mixed with garlic powder before cooking. This quick step turns your bread from just okay to amazing, making a golden, tasty crust nobody can turn down. Bake until deep gold with a crunchy outside and totally melted cheese inside.

The first time I whipped this up for my household, my teenage kid—who usually just mumbles and rolls his eyes—actually told me, "You should make this again tomorrow." From him, that's basically the highest praise possible. The whole loaf vanished before I could even grab a seat!

Tasty Pairing Ideas

Cut the rolled bread into thick slices while it's still warm enough for stretchy cheese pulls. A little bowl of marinara for dipping makes it even better, though many folks love it just by itself. For a full dinner, add a basic green salad with tangy dressing to balance out the richness.

Fun Twists To Try

Switch up this standard version by using Italian sausage or shredded chicken instead of beef. For a meatless option, try sautéed mushrooms, spinach, and peppers. Buffalo chicken style (using pulled chicken, hot sauce, and blue cheese) works great for sports gatherings. Morning versions with eggs, bacon, and cheddar are fantastic for late breakfasts.

Prep-Ahead Tricks

You can put your rolled bread together up to 24 hours early and keep it uncooked in the fridge. When you're ready to eat, let it warm up for 15 minutes while your oven gets hot, then bake as normal. Already baked bread warms up nicely in a 350°F oven for about 10 minutes, though it's always best fresh from the first baking.

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Smart Cooking Advice

• When your dough keeps springing back, just leave it alone for 5 minutes before trying again
• For extra yumminess, add a layer of pepperoni or crunchy bacon bits under the cheese
• Using a knife with teeth stops you from crushing those beautiful spiral layers

I'll always remember taking this stuffed bread to a community dinner where someone had placed it next to a fancy meat and cheese platter that obviously took forever to arrange. By the end of the night, hardly anyone touched the fancy platter while folks were asking if I had more stuffed bread in my car. There's something about this humble, flavor-loaded creation that just brings joy—and isn't that what cooking is really about?

Frequently Asked Questions

→ What’s the story behind its name?

It’s called garbage bread because you can toss in almost anything you have left in your fridge or pantry. Despite the name, it’s super tasty and a fun way to use up extra ingredients.

→ Can I prep this dish in advance?

Sure can! Assemble it up to a day ahead and leave it in the fridge until baking. Just add a bit more time for baking if it’s straight from the fridge. You can also freeze it raw for up to three months.

→ What other dough can I use?

You could swap out pizza dough for crescent roll or bread dough. For something low-carb, try fathead dough, but know the texture will be a bit different.

→ How do I know it’s fully baked?

When it's golden brown outside and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom, it’s done. To be sure, use a thermometer—the middle should hit at least 160°F (71°C).

→ Is there a way to make it vegetarian?

Absolutely! Swap out the beef for plant-based meat or make a filling with sautéed mushrooms, zucchini, and peppers for a veggie version.

→ What pairs well with it?

Try dipping it in marinara or ranch. A fresh side salad goes nicely, too. If it’s for a party, serve with other snacks like wings or veggie trays.