This is one of those recipes you can make as an appetizer and take to an event. Or, serve as a meal. The bread is super soft and the filling is oh-so-delish! Take it to your next party and guests will be begging for more. Promise!
1 package (16 ounce) Italian All Natural Mild Ground Sausage
1 loaf (1 pound) frozen white bread dough, thawed (I used Rhodes White Bread)
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 jar roasted red peppers, well drained and sliced
1/3 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
2 cups (8 ounces) Swiss cheese, shredded
1 teaspoon poppy seeds
In a skillet, brown sausage until no longer pink; drain.
On a lightly floured surface, roll bread dough to a 16 x 12 inch rectangle.
Transfer dough to a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet.
Combine softened cream cheese and garlic, spread lengthwise over center third of dough.
Top with the sausage, peppers, olives and cheese.
Fold dough over filling, pinching seam to seal.
Make slits across top of dough every 2 inches. Brush lightly with water or olive oil and sprinkle with poppy seeds.
Bake at 400ºF for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown.
Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.
