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Garbage Bread

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A hearty, pull‑apart loaf packed with cheese, pepperoni, veggies and a zesty garlic‑tomato sauce—perfect party or game‑day fare.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large Italian bread loaf (about 16 oz)
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup sliced pepperoni
  • 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 cup pizza or pasta sauce
  • 3 Tbsp butter, melted
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
  • Red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C).
  2. Slice bread loaf crosswise every 1 inch, stopping ¼ inch from bottom so slices stay attached.
  3. Mix mozzarella, pepperoni, peppers, onion, mushrooms in a bowl.
  4. Stuff mixture into bread cuts, spreading evenly.
  5. Warm sauce slightly and spoon it between slices and over top.
  6. Combine melted butter and garlic; brush over top and between bread.
  7. Wrap loaf in foil and bake 15 minutes.
  8. Unwrap and bake another 5–10 minutes until cheese is melted and bread is golden.
  9. Sprinkle parsley and red pepper flakes before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to swap meats/veggies—use sausage, olives, spinach, etc.
  • Make ahead: assemble, wrap and refrigerate up to 12 h before baking.
  • Serve with extra marinara for dipping.
  • To lighten, use part‑skim cheese and whole‑grain bread.

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