Description
This homemade sausage bread recipe combines flavorful Italian sausage with a blend of provolone and mozzarella cheeses, all wrapped inside a soft pizza dough crust. Perfect as a hearty snack or meal, this savory bread features a garlic and Italian seasoning-spiced filling, baked to golden perfection. It’s easy to prepare and makes a delicious, comforting dish ideal for sharing.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 1 package pizza dough
- 2-3 tablespoons flour for dusting
Sausage Filling
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cheese
- 5-6 slices provolone cheese
- 5-6 slices mozzarella cheese
Finish
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat and brown sausage: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat, then add ground Italian sausage, minced garlic, and the Italian seasoning along with salt and pepper to taste. Brown the sausage mixture for about 10 minutes until fully cooked and fragrant, then drain any excess fat to prevent sogginess in the bread.
- Prepare dough and assemble: Lightly dust your work surface with 2 to 3 tablespoons of flour. Roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle. Evenly layer the provolone and mozzarella cheese slices over the dough, then spread the cooked sausage mixture on top. Carefully roll the dough tightly, sealing the edges completely to contain the filling.
- Apply egg wash and bake: Place the rolled sausage bread seam-side down on a baking sheet. Brush the entire surface with the beaten egg to promote a golden, glossy crust. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 25 minutes, rotating halfway through to ensure even baking. Bake until the bread is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) to ensure the sausage is fully cooked.
- Cool and serve: Remove the sausage bread from the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes. This resting time helps the filling to set and prevents it from spilling out when slicing. Once cooled, slice into thick portions and serve warm.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature of the sausage bread reaches at least 165°F to ensure safety.
- Sealing the edges tightly is crucial to prevent the filling from leaking during baking.
- For added flavor, consider adding chopped fresh herbs like basil or parsley to the sausage mixture.
- You can substitute the Italian sausage with spicy sausage if you prefer a kick of heat.
