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What Is Garbage Bread?
GRANT Charlie Harper

What Is Garbage Bread?

 Garbage bread is a versatile, stuffed bread roll filled with a variety of ingredients such as meats, cheeses, vegetables, and sauces. It's similar to a stromboli or calzone but offers endless customization options, making it perfect for using up leftovers or creating new flavor combinations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Fusion
Ingredients Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough:
  • 1 pound pizza dough store-bought or homemade
Fillings:
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup cooked and crumbled Italian sausage
  • ½ cup sautéed bell peppers
  • ½ cup sautéed onions
  • Optional: sliced pepperoni olives, mushrooms
Topping:
  • 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
  • Optional: sesame seeds grated Parmesan, or Italian seasoning

Method
 

Preheat Oven:
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Prepare Dough:
  1. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle approximately ¼ inch thick. Transfer the rolled dough to the prepared baking sheet.
Add Fillings:
  1. Spread the marinara sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
  2. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
  3. Distribute the cooked sausage, sautéed bell peppers, and onions evenly over the cheese. Add any optional ingredients as desired.
Roll and Seal:
  1. Starting from one of the longer sides, carefully roll the dough into a tight log, similar to making a jelly roll.
  2. Pinch the seams and ends to seal the loaf completely. Place the loaf seam-side down on the baking sheet.
Apply Egg Wash and Toppings:
  1. Brush the top and sides of the loaf with the beaten egg to promote browning.
  2. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, grated Parmesan, or Italian seasoning if desired.
Bake:
  1. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the crust is firm.
Rest and Serve:
  1. Remove from the oven and let the garbage bread rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
  2. Slice into 1–2 inch pieces and serve warm, optionally with extra marinara sauce for dipping.

Notes

  • Customization: Garbage bread is highly customizable. Feel free to substitute the fillings with your preferred ingredients, such as different meats, cheeses, or vegetables. It's an excellent way to utilize leftovers creatively.
  • Vegetarian Option: For a vegetarian version, omit the meats and increase the variety of vegetables. Consider using spinach, mushrooms, olives, and artichoke hearts.
  • Storage and Reheating: Leftover garbage bread can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes to restore crispiness.