Stuffed French Loaf

Transform your dinner table into a show-stopping centerpiece with this irresistible Stuffed French Loaf! This hearty recipe combines the savory goodness of ground beef and Italian sausage sautéed with garlic, onions, and bell peppers, all perfectly seasoned and mixed with tangy marinara sauce and gooey melted mozzarella. The filling is generously packed into a hollowed-out French loaf, topped with more mozzarella and Parmesan for a golden, bubbly crust. Quick to prepare yet bursting with flavor, this stuffed bread creation is perfect for feeding a crowd or elevating a simple weeknight meal. Slice it up for an easy-to-serve dish that's loaded with comforting, cheesy goodness. Ideal as a main course or a party appetizer, this recipe is sure to be a hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large loaf French loaf
• 0.5 pounds Ground beef
• 0.5 pounds Italian sausage, casing removed
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium Bell pepper, diced
• 0.75 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.25 cups Parmesan cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cups Marinara sauce

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cut the top third off the French loaf lengthwise and hollow out the inside, leaving approximately 1/2-inch of bread around the edges. Reserve the hollowed bread for another use, such as making breadcrumbs.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and Italian sausage, breaking them up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 4

Add the garlic, onion, and bell pepper to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 5

Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Stir in the parsley, marinara sauce, and half of the mozzarella cheese. Mix until well combined.

Step 6

Fill the hollowed-out French loaf with the cooked filling, spreading it evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the stuffed loaf.

Step 8

Place the stuffed loaf on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and allow the stuffed loaf to cool for about 5 minutes before slicing into portions.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1094.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2386.1

Total Fat 113.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 268.5mg	0%
Sodium 5175.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 221.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 15.3g
Protein 111.5g	0%

Vitamin D 6IU	0%
Calcium 1295.1mg	0%
Iron 18.5mg	0%
Potassium 1494.4mg	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: 43.4%

Protein: 18.9%

Carbs: 37.7%