Garbage Bread is the delicious answer to everything in your fridge. With savory meats, gooey cheese, and crispy bread wrapped into one irresistible loaf, it’s the ultimate comfort food. Perfect for parties, game day, or weeknight dinners, this recipe is endlessly customizable and absolutely satisfying.
❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Customizable: Perfect for clearing out leftovers
- All-in-One Meal: Protein, carbs, and flavor in one slice
- Easy to Make: No fancy skills needed—just roll, fill, and bake
- Crowd-Pleaser: Perfect for family dinners or parties
🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need
Base Ingredients
- 1 package (13.8 oz) refrigerated pizza dough (or homemade dough)
- 1 lb ground beef, turkey, or sausage
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or any cheese blend)
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon bits (optional)
- 1/2 cup diced vegetables (bell peppers, mushrooms, etc.)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise or sauce (ranch, BBQ, or marinara – optional)
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
👩🍳 How to Make Garbage Bread
Step 1: Preheat and Cook the Filling
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a skillet, cook ground meat and onion until browned. Drain grease.
Add garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and sauté any optional veggies.
Step 2: Roll and Fill
Roll pizza dough into a large rectangle.
Spread mayo or sauce over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.
Layer with meat mixture, cheese, bacon, and additional fillings.
Step 3: Roll and Seal
Roll tightly into a log starting from the long edge.
Pinch edges to seal and place seam-side down on a baking sheet.
Brush with beaten egg.
Step 4: Bake and Slice
Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
Cool for 5–10 minutes, slice, and serve warm!
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Serve with dipping sauces like ranch, marinara, or spicy mustard.
- Pair with a crisp green salad or roasted veggies for a balanced plate.
- Slice and skewer for party appetizers or game day platters.
🧊 Storage & Reheating
- Refrigerator: Wrap in foil or store in an airtight container up to 3–4 days.
- Freezer: Wrap cooled bread tightly in plastic and foil. Freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheat: Warm in oven at 350°F (175°C) until heated through.
🧀 Garbage Bread (Stuffed Pizza Roll)
Equipment
- Skillet
- Baking sheet
- Rolling Pin
- Mixing spoon
- Pastry brush
- Knife or pizza cutter
Ingredients
- Base Ingredients:
- 1 package 13.8 oz refrigerated pizza dough (or homemade dough)
- 1 lb ground beef turkey, or sausage
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or cheese blend
- ½ cup cooked bacon bits optional
- ½ cup diced vegetables bell peppers, mushrooms, etc.
- ¼ cup mayonnaise or sauce ranch, BBQ, or marinara – optional
- 1 large egg beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat and Cook the Filling
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, cook ground meat and diced onion over medium heat until browned.
- Drain grease. Add garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and sauté optional veggies until tender.
- Step 2: Roll and Fill
- Roll pizza dough into a large rectangle on a floured surface.
- Spread mayo or sauce over dough, leaving a 1-inch border.
- Evenly layer with the cooked meat mixture, shredded cheese, bacon bits, and any extra fillings.
- Step 3: Roll and Seal
- Roll the dough tightly into a log, starting from the long edge.
- Pinch the edges to seal and place seam-side down on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Brush the top with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Step 4: Bake and Slice
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm!
Notes
🔍 Nutrition (Per Slice – Approximate, 8 slices)
- Calories: ~320
- Carbs: ~26g
- Fat: ~18g
- Protein: ~15g
- Sodium: ~500mg
🔥 Pro Tips
- Roll dough evenly and avoid overfilling to prevent tearing.
- Pinch the seam well so filling doesn’t leak during baking.
- Let it cool slightly before slicing for cleaner pieces.
- Try brushing with garlic butter after baking for extra flavor!
🔄 Variations & Add-Ons
- 🍕 Pizza Garbage Bread – Pepperoni, mozzarella, marinara
- 🍳 Breakfast Garbage Bread – Scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, cheddar
- 🥬 Vegetarian Version – Spinach, mushrooms, onions, feta
- 🌶 Buffalo Chicken – Shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, ranch or blue cheese
🔍 Nutrition (Per Slice – Approximate, 8 slices)
- Calories: ~320
- Carbs: ~26g
- Fat: ~18g
- Protein: ~15g
- Sodium: ~500mg
❓ FAQs
What kind of dough works best?
Store-bought pizza dough is quick and easy, but homemade dough adds a personal touch.
Can I prep this ahead of time?
Yes! Assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
Can I freeze garbage bread?
Definitely. Bake, cool, wrap tightly, and freeze for up to 2 months.
What fillings work best?
Cheese, meats, veggies—anything you love works! Use what’s on hand and get creative.
✅ Final Thoughts
Garbage Bread might have a funny name, but it delivers serious flavor. With its crisp exterior, melty interior, and endless filling possibilities, this is a recipe you’ll return to again and again. Bake it tonight and wow your crew with this savory, stuffed sensation! 🧀🥓🍞
