It’s basically a stuffed bread roll packed with whatever fillings you love — cheeseburger, pepperoni, taco meat, Philly cheesesteak, breakfast sausage, you name it. Think of it as a giant hot pocket or a rolled-up sandwich baked to golden perfection.
Here’s a classic customizable recipe to get you started:
🥖 Garbage Bread (Stuffed Stromboli-Style)
🍽️ Serves: 6–8
🕒 Prep: 20 min | Bake: 25–30 min
🌡️ Oven Temp: 400°F (200°C)
🧂 Basic Ingredients
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1 lb pizza dough or refrigerated French bread dough
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1 lb filling of your choice (see ideas below)
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1–2 cups shredded cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, provolone, etc.)
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1 egg (for egg wash — optional)
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1 tbsp butter or oil (optional, for brushing)
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Optional: seasoning for topping (garlic powder, sesame seeds, parsley, etc.)
🔄 Filling Ideas (Mix & Match)
🧀 Cheeseburger Garbage Bread
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1 lb ground beef
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½ onion, diced
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¼ cup ketchup + mustard
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2 cups shredded cheddar
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Pickles (optional, chopped)
🍕 Pepperoni Pizza Bread
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½ cup marinara sauce
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Pepperoni slices
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Mozzarella + provolone
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Italian seasoning
🌮 Taco Style
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Taco-seasoned beef or chicken
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Black beans or corn
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Shredded cheddar or Mexican blend
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Hot sauce or salsa (not too runny!)
🥩 Philly Cheesesteak
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Thin-sliced steak or deli roast beef
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Sautéed onions and peppers
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Provolone or American cheese
🍳 Breakfast Garbage Bread
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Scrambled eggs
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Cooked sausage or bacon
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Shredded cheese
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Hash browns or cooked potatoes
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare filling
Cook meat and any veggies fully. Drain off grease or moisture. Cool slightly before adding cheese.
3. Roll out the dough
On a floured surface, roll pizza dough into a large rectangle (roughly 10×16 inches).
4. Layer the filling
Spread your filling down the center, leaving a 1–2 inch border all around. Top with cheese.
5. Roll it up
Fold in the sides, then roll up jelly-roll style, sealing edges well. Place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
6. Brush & season
Brush with egg wash or butter/oil. Sprinkle with garlic powder, sesame seeds, or parmesan if desired.
7. Bake
Bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through. Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.
🧀 Serving Ideas
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Slice into thick rounds
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Serve with dipping sauces:
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Marinara
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Ranch
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Spicy mayo
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BBQ or mustard
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🧊 Storage & Make-Ahead
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Fridge: Store slices up to 3 days
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Reheat: Oven or toaster oven preferred for crispiness
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Freeze: Wrap tightly and freeze whole or in slices (reheat at 375°F for 15–20 min)
Want a vegetarian version, or a sweet dessert-style garbage bread (like cinnamon roll filling)? Let me know — this one’s super flexible!
