A Cheesy Bacon and Sausage Bread is a delicious, savory baked treat that combines crispy bacon, flavorful sausage, and melted cheese, all wrapped up in a soft, pillowy bread. This is great as a snack, breakfast, or even served alongside a hearty meal. Here’s a recipe to make it:
Ingredients:
- For the dough:
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- ½ cup milk
- For the filling:
- 4 strips of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 sausages (breakfast sausage or Italian sausage), cooked and crumbled
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- For brushing:
- 1 tablespoon butter (melted)
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions:
- Prepare the dough:
- In a small bowl, dissolve the sugar in the warm water and sprinkle the yeast over it. Let it sit for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture, milk, and olive oil (or melted butter). Stir until a dough forms, then knead on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let it rise for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Prepare the filling:
- While the dough is rising, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove from the pan, crumble, and set aside.
- Cook the sausage in the same pan, breaking it apart into small crumbles as it cooks. Once fully cooked, drain any excess fat and set the sausage aside to cool.
- Assemble the bread:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle, about 12×18 inches.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly over the dough.
- Evenly distribute the crumbled bacon and sausage over the cheese.
- Optionally, sprinkle garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of black pepper on top.
- Roll the dough tightly from one edge, forming a log or cylinder.
- Pinch the edges to seal the roll and tuck the ends under.
- Bake the bread:
- Place the rolled dough onto a greased baking sheet or into a greased loaf pan.
- Brush the top with melted butter and, if desired, sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top for added flavor.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown on top and cooked through.
- Let the bread cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Serving Suggestions:
- Slice and serve warm, maybe with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.
- Great with a fresh green salad or as a stand-alone snack.
Enjoy your cheesy bacon and sausage bread!
