Cheesy Beef Bread Roll (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Filling Ingredients

01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
02 - 1 pound of ground beef
03 - 1 bell pepper, diced (choose your favorite color)
04 - 1 small onion, finely diced
05 - 3 minced garlic cloves
06 - ½ teaspoon of ground black pepper
07 - ½ teaspoon of salt
08 - ½ teaspoon paprika powder
09 - 1 teaspoon of a blended Italian spice mix
10 - ¼ cup of your favorite barbecue sauce
11 - ¼ cup of ketchup
12 - 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Bread & Toppings

13 - 1 chilled pizza dough tube (store-bought)
14 - 1 tablespoon of melted butter
15 - 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley (for sprinkling)
16 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder

# Instructions:

01 - Crank your oven up to 375°F (190°C). Prep a baking sheet with parchment paper or a light layer of oil to stop sticking.
02 - Warm some olive oil in a big pan over medium heat. Toss in the ground beef, breaking it apart as you cook. Once browned and cooked through (roughly 5-7 minutes), drain any extra grease.
03 - Add onions, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Cook everything for about 4-5 minutes until it’s softened. Stir in paprika, Italian seasoning, ketchup, barbecue sauce, salt, and pepper. Give it another 2-3 minutes before removing from heat. Let it rest a bit to cool.
04 - On a flat floured surface, stretch the pizza dough into a rectangle about 12×15 inches in size.
05 - Spread the cooled beef and veggie mix evenly onto the dough, leaving about an inch gap on all edges. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the filling.
06 - From one of the long sides, carefully roll the dough tightly into a log. Seal the ends and press down all seams to lock in the filling. Place the log seam-side down on your baking sheet.
07 - Mix the melted butter and garlic powder in a small bowl. Use a pastry brush to coat the top and sides of the dough roll evenly with the mixture.
08 - Pop it into the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dough is nicely golden and fully cooked.
09 - Let the baked roll rest for 5-10 minutes before cutting. This gives it time to settle for cleaner slices. Slice into 1-inch pieces, sprinkle with parsley, and serve while warm.

# Notes:

01 - Swap the ground beef for turkey, sausage, or even toss in extras like mushrooms, jalapeños, or bacon.
02 - Mix up your cheese game with cheddar, pepper jack, or any cheese combo you like.
03 - Keep leftovers fresh in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Warm them back up in the oven or an air fryer for the best results.

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