
Sausage Bread Recipe
Fresh bread stuffed with sausage and cheese.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (110°F) with sugar and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- 3
- 4
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Filling Preparation
- 6
Cook Sausage
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground sausage until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain excess fat.
- 7
- 8
Assembly and Baking
- 9
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it into a rectangle about 1/2 inch thick.
- 10
Add Filling
Spread the sausage filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 11
Roll the Dough
Carefully roll the dough from one end to the other, sealing the edges as you go.
- 12
Second Rise
Place the rolled dough seam-side down on a greased baking sheet. Cover with a cloth and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- 13
Preheat Oven
While the dough is rising, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 14
Bake the Bread
Once the dough has risen, bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before slicing.


