Introduction

Garbage Bread may sound funny by name, but it’s one of the most delicious comfort foods you can make!
Imagine a loaf of warm, golden bread stuffed with all your favorite leftovers — meats, cheeses, and veggies — rolled together and baked to perfection.
It’s the perfect recipe for using up what’s in your fridge, and the flavor combinations are endless.
Whether you’re hosting a game night or just craving something indulgent, Garbage Bread is guaranteed to please everyone at the table.

Ingredients

• 1 can (13.8 oz) refrigerated pizza dough or homemade pizza dough
• 1 cup cooked ground beef or any leftover cooked meat (sausage, chicken, bacon, etc.)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional for extra flavor)
• ¼ cup diced onions
• ¼ cup chopped bell peppers
• 2 tablespoons pizza sauce or marinara sauce
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional add-ins: Sliced pepperoni, mushrooms, olives, jalapeños, or spinach — whatever you have on hand!

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll out the pizza dough into a large rectangle (about 12×8 inches) on a lightly floured surface.
3. Spread the pizza or marinara sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges. Add your cooked meat, vegetables, and cheeses evenly across the surface.
4. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Carefully roll the dough starting from the long side, tucking in the edges as you go to form a loaf shape.
5. Pinch the seam and edges to seal. Place the loaf seam-side down on the baking sheet. Brush the top with beaten egg for a shiny golden crust.
6. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and cooked through.
7. Let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with warm marinara or ranch dipping sauce.

Description

Garbage Bread is a stuffed, rolled bread loaf packed with a mix of meats, cheeses, and vegetables.
The result is a cheesy, savory, crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside meal that’s great for sharing.
Each slice offers a satisfying balance of flavor and texture — perfect for lunch, dinner, or party snacks.

Tips

• Don’t overfill: Too many ingredients can make the bread hard to roll or cause leaks.
• Add variety: Try BBQ sauce, buffalo chicken, or taco meat for a fun twist.
• Use leftovers: This is a perfect way to transform last night’s dinner into something new.
• Crispier crust: Brush with melted butter or sprinkle Parmesan before baking.
• Freezer-friendly: Bake, cool, and freeze slices for easy reheating later.

Correction

If your bread comes out soggy or undercooked in the middle, try these fixes:

• Bake on a wire rack to allow air circulation under the loaf.
• Use less sauce or moisture-heavy fillings.
• Extend baking time by 5–10 minutes (cover loosely with foil if the top browns too fast).

Enjoy

Slice it up, dip it in your favorite sauce, and enjoy the perfect bite of melty cheese, savory meat, and fluffy bread.
Garbage Bread is messy in name but magical in flavor — a true comfort food classic that never disappoints!