Cheesy Sausage Loaf Recipe

Cheesy Sausage Loaf Recipe

  • 1 cup water (70 degrees to 80 degrees)
  • 4 teaspoons butter, softened
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 3 cups bread flour
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 pound bulk pork sausage, cooked and drained
  • 3/4 cup shredded provolone cheese
  • 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • pepper to taste
  • 1 egg, beaten
  1. In bread machine pan, place the first six ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed). When cycle is completed, turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Roll into a 16-in. x 10-in. rectangle. Cover with plastic wrap; let rest 10 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, combine the sausage, cheeses, garlic powder and pepper. Spread evenly over dough to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up jelly-roll style; starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal and tuck ends under. Place seam side down on a greased baking sheet.
  3. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes. Bake at 350 degrees F for 20 minutes. Brush with egg; bake 15-20 minutes longer or until lightly browned. Remove to a wire rack. Serve warm.