Messy-Chef Bread Casserole
This hearty, shareable baked delight is inspired by a classic cheeseburger. It features seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, crispy bacon, and tangy pickles, all rolled up inside soft French bread dough.
Loaded Cheeseburger Bread
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Ground beef | 1 lb |
| Diced onion | ½ cup |
| Salt | ¼ tsp |
| Pepper | ¼ tsp |
| Refrigerated French bread dough | 1 tube (11 oz) |
| Ketchup | ⅓ cup |
| Mustard | 3 tbsp |
| Cooked and crumbled bacon | 6 slices |
| Dill pickle spears, chopped | 2 |
| American cheese, sliced | 8 slices |
| Large egg, beaten | 1 |
| Sesame seeds | 1 tbsp |
| Thousand Island dressing | For serving |
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Step 2: Cook the Beef
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until fully browned. Season with salt and pepper, then drain excess fat.
Step 3: Roll Out Dough
On a lightly floured surface, roll the French bread dough into a 12×18-inch rectangle.
Step 4: Add Condiments
Spread ketchup and mustard evenly over the dough, leaving a ½-inch border around the edges.
Step 5: Layer Fillings
Distribute the cooked beef over the condiments. Sprinkle with crumbled bacon and chopped pickles.
Step 6: Add Cheese
Layer the American cheese slices evenly on top of the fillings.
Step 7: Roll and Seal
Roll the dough from one long edge to the other, sealing the edges. Place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 8: Brush and Bake
Brush the top with the beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden brown.
Step 9: Cool and Serve
Let cool for 5 minutes, slice, and serve with Thousand Island dressing for dipping.
