A golden, stuffed bread roll swirled with seasoned beef, turkey sausage, peppers, and melty cheese—perfect for game day, busy weeknights, or cleaning out the fridge. Slice and serve with marinara or ranch for a cozy, crowd-pleasing meal.
1/2lbbeef or turkey Italian sausage, casing removed
1/2cupbeef or turkey pepperoni slices (optional)
1/2cupdiced onion
1/2cupdiced green bell pepper
1cupshredded mozzarella cheese
1/2cupshredded cheddar cheese
1/2teaspoongarlic powder
1/2teaspoonItalian seasoning
salt and black pepper, to taste
3tablespoonspizza sauce
1largeegg, beaten (for egg wash)
1teaspoonsesame seeds or extra Italian seasoning for topping (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage, breaking into small crumbles, until browned. Drain excess fat.
Add diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet; cook 3–4 minutes until softened. Season with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
On a lightly floured surface, roll pizza dough into a 10×14-inch rectangle. Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.
Evenly scatter the cooled meat mixture over the dough. Add pepperoni slices (if using), then top with mozzarella and cheddar.
Starting from a long side, roll the dough into a tight log. Pinch the seam and ends to seal and place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush the top with beaten egg. Sprinkle sesame seeds or a pinch of Italian seasoning if desired.
Bake for 25–30 minutes or until deep golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
Rest 5–10 minutes before slicing with a serrated knife. Serve with warm marinara, ranch, or your favorite dipping sauce.