Sharon's Sausage Bread

Indulge in the comforting flavors of "Sharon's Sausage Bread," a savory, cheese-filled delight perfect for any occasion. This hearty recipe combines golden-browned sausage, sautéed onions, and green bell peppers with a luscious blend of melted mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, all encased in fluffy pizza dough. Enhanced with a buttery glaze of Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and a touch of salt and pepper, this bread bakes to perfection with a golden crust and a fragrant, homemade aroma. Ideal as a game-day snack, brunch centerpiece, or easy dinner, Sharon's Sausage Bread is simple to make yet irresistibly satisfying. Serve warm, slice into generous portions, and watch it steal the spotlight at your next gathering!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound sausage
• 1 medium, finely diced onion
• 1 small, finely diced green bell pepper
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 pound pizza dough
• 1 large, beaten egg
• 2 tablespoons, melted butter
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, crumble and cook the sausage until browned and fully cooked, about 8–10 minutes. Drain any excess grease and set the sausage aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion and green bell pepper until softened, about 4–5 minutes. Set aside and let cool slightly.

Step 4

Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into a large rectangle, approximately 12 x 16 inches.

Step 5

Spread the cooked sausage evenly over the dough, leaving about 1 inch of space around the edges.

Step 6

Layer the sautéed onion and green bell pepper over the sausage, followed by both the mozzarella and cheddar cheeses.

Step 7

Starting from one long edge, carefully roll the dough into a tight log, pinching the seam and ends to seal.

Step 8

Place the rolled dough seam-side down onto the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

Brush the top of the dough with the beaten egg to create a golden crust during baking.

Step 10

In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Brush this mixture over the egg-washed dough for added flavor.

Step 11

Using a sharp knife, make a few shallow diagonal slits along the top of the bread to allow steam to escape.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and cooked through.

Step 13

Let the sausage bread cool slightly for 5 minutes before slicing into thick pieces.

Step 14

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1113.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3043.3

Total Fat 239.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 107.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.9g
Cholesterol 957.1mg	0%
Sodium 6806.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.2g	0%
Total Sugars 14.5g
Protein 178.7g	0%

Vitamin D 312.3IU	0%
Calcium 2557.0mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 2051.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 71.1%

Protein: 23.6%

Carbs: 5.3%