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If you’ve ever wondered what to do with those random leftovers in your fridge, let me introduce you to a culinary marvel: Garbage Bread. Despite its unappealing name, Garbage Bread is a delicious, budget-friendly dish that’s as versatile as it is satisfying. Imagine all your favorite sandwich or pizza toppings wrapped up in a warm, golden loaf. It’s the perfect solution for a quick weeknight dinner, a fun appetizer, or even a snack for game day. In this article, we’ll explore the origins of Garbage Bread, step-by-step instructions on how to make it, variations to try, and tips for success.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ cup diced onion
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 11- ounce tube refrigerated French bread dough
- ⅓ cup ketchup
- 3 tablespoons mustard
- 6 slices cooked and crumbled bacon or store-bought bacon pieces
- 2 dill pickle spears chopped
- 8 slices American cheese
- 1 large egg beaten
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Thousand Island dressing for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly spray it with non-stick cooking spray.
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is fully browned. Season with salt and pepper. Once cooked, drain any excess grease.
- Prepare the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the refrigerated French bread dough into a large rectangle, approximately 12×18 inches.
- Add Condiments: Evenly spread the ketchup and mustard over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
- Layer the Fillings: Evenly distribute the cooked ground beef over the condiments. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon and chopped pickles on top.
- Add Cheese: Place the American cheese slices in a single layer over the fillings.
- Roll and Seal: Carefully roll up the dough from one of the long ends to the other, sealing the edges tightly. Place the rolled dough seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush and Bake: Brush the
- top of the dough with the beaten egg and sprinkle sesame seeds on top. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool for at least five minutes before slicing. Serve with Thousand Island dressing for dipping.
