Delicious Stuffed Italian Bread Recipe

Enjoy the wonderful flavors of Italian cuisine with this mouthwatering Stuffed Italian Bread recipe. It features a crispy homemade bread filled with a savory mix of Italian ingredients such as sausage, cheese, and herbs. The bread is baked to perfection, giving it a golden and deliciously crunchy crust. This recipe is perfect for parties, potlucks, or as an appetizer for dinner. Serve it warm and watch it disappear in no time!

Ingredients

• 1 loaf of Italian bread
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 pound Italian sausage
• 1/2 cup marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Slice the top off the loaf of Italian bread and hollow out the inside, leaving about a 1-inch thick shell. Set aside.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened and fragrant.
4. Add the Italian sausage to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it up into small pieces with a spatula or wooden spoon.
5. Stir in the marinara sauce, dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
6. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped fresh parsley until well combined.
7. Spoon the sausage mixture into the hollowed-out loaf of Italian bread, packing it in tightly.
8. Place the stuffed bread on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
10. Serve warm and enjoy!

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