Beef & Cheese Bread (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Filling Essentials

01 - 1 cup and a half of mozzarella cheese, shredded
02 - 1 pound of ground beef
03 - A small onion, finely diced
04 - 1 tablespoon of olive oil
05 - Chopped bell pepper (any color), about one
06 - Three minced garlic cloves
07 - 1/4 cup of your favorite barbecue sauce
08 - 1/4 cup ketchup
09 - Half a teaspoon of paprika
10 - Half a teaspoon of black pepper
11 - A full teaspoon of Italian seasonings
12 - Half a teaspoon of salt

→ Dough and Toppings

13 - A tube of store-bought pizza dough
14 - 1 tablespoon of melted butter
15 - Parsley leaves, finely chopped (for sprinkling)
16 - Half a teaspoon of powdered garlic

# Instructions:

01 - Heat your oven to 375°F (around 190°C). Use some oil or parchment paper on a baking tray to keep the food from sticking.
02 - Drizzle some olive oil into a skillet and warm it over medium heat. Toss in the ground beef. Break it apart with a spoon and cook until fully browned, roughly 5-7 minutes. Get rid of any extra fat if needed.
03 - In the same pan, add minced garlic, onion, and bell pepper. Let them cook until soft, about 4-5 minutes. Mix in salt, black pepper, paprika, Italian spices, ketchup, and barbecue sauce. Stir until evenly combined, then let it simmer for an extra 2-3 minutes. Pull it off the heat and set aside to cool off a little.
04 - Sprinkle some flour on a flat surface, then stretch or roll out the pizza dough into a large rectangle, preferably 12 by 15 inches in size.
05 - Spread the cooled beef mixture onto the dough evenly, making sure to leave about an inch untouched on all edges. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella over the top.
06 - Start rolling the dough from one long side to make a log. Fold and tuck the ends, then make sure all the seams are tightly shut. Lay it seam-side down on your prepared baking tray.
07 - Mix melted butter with garlic powder in a small bowl. Use this to coat the top and sides of the dough evenly.
08 - Place the tray in your hot oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. It’s ready when the crust is golden and cooked through.
09 - Let the baked dish cool for about 5-10 minutes. This helps it set so the slices stay neat. Cut into pieces about an inch wide, scatter over some parsley if you want, and serve warm.

# Notes:

01 - Switch up the filling by using turkey, sausages, or veggies like mushrooms, bacon, or jalapeños.
02 - Don’t stick to mozzarella—try things like cheddar, pepper jack, or any mix of cheeses to tweak the taste.
03 - If you have leftovers, they’ll be good for up to 3 days in the fridge in a sealed container. Pop them in the oven or air fryer when reheating to bring back their crispy texture.

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