Description
This Sausage and Cheese Bread Recipe is a savory delight that combines flavorful Italian sausage, gooey cheeses, and aromatic seasonings all rolled up in a soft bread dough. Perfect for a hearty appetizer or a satisfying main course.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casings removed)
- 1 loaf frozen bread dough (thawed)
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- flour for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the thawed bread dough on a floured surface.
- Cook Sausage: Brown the Italian sausage in a skillet over medium heat, then let it cool.
- Prepare Filling: Combine cooked sausage with cheeses and seasonings.
- Assemble: Spread the filling over the dough, roll it up, and seal.
- Bake: Place the log on a baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and bake until golden.
- Serve: Let it rest, then slice and enjoy!
Notes
- You can add sautéed onions or bell peppers for extra flavor.
- For a spicier version, use hot Italian sausage or add crushed red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
