Stuffed French Bread

Elevate your comfort food game with this irresistible Stuffed French Bread recipe! Featuring a crusty loaf of French bread brimming with a savory filling of seasoned ground beef, sautéed onions, bell peppers, and creamy cheeses, this dish is the perfect blend of hearty and satisfying. The filling gets an extra punch of flavor from Worcestershire sauce and garlic, while crumbled bread from the scooped-out loaf adds a unique texture. Baked to golden perfection, this stuffed bread is a quick and crowd-pleasing dinner option, ready in just 40 minutes. Serve as a main course or slice into bite-size portions for an appetizer that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe is a must-try for fans of bold, cheesy flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 loaf of French bread
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cut the French bread in half lengthwise and scoop out the bread from the center of each half, leaving about a 1/2-inch thick shell. Reserve the scooped-out bread in a bowl.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 5

Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and the reserved scooped-out bread (crumbled into small pieces). Mix until well combined.

Step 7

Add the cooked meat and vegetable mixture to the bowl and stir to evenly combine.

Step 8

Fill each French bread half with the mixture, pressing it down to pack it in tightly.

Step 9

Place the stuffed bread halves on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, or until the filling is heated through and the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Slice into pieces and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(530.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1226.9

Total Fat 91.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 246.6mg	0%
Sodium 2930.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.8g	0%
Total Sugars 13.6g
Protein 43.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 986.1mg	0%
Iron 3.6mg	0%
Potassium 663.7mg	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: 65.9%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 20.2%