Best 12 Meat Stuffed French Loaves Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our collection of meat-stuffed French loaves, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Discover the classic French bread filled with a savory blend of ground beef, aromatic herbs, and melted cheese, a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Embark on a taste adventure with our Italian-inspired loaf, featuring a flavorful filling of pepperoni, mozzarella, and bell peppers. For those who prefer a spicy kick, our Mexican-style loaf packs a punch with its zesty ground beef, chili peppers, and gooey cheddar cheese. Vegetarian enthusiasts will delight in our meatless option, a medley of sautéed vegetables, herbs, and melted mozzarella, delivering a satisfying and flavorful experience. Each recipe promises a unique twist on this classic dish, ensuring an unforgettable culinary experience.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

BEEF-STUFFED FRENCH BREAD



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"My husband, David, loves the tasty Beef-Stuffed French Bread. Its cheesy filling goes together in a jiffy.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 unsliced loaf French bread (1 pound)
1 pound ground beef
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 slices American cheese, halved

Steps:

  • Cut off top of bread. Carefully hollow out bottom of loaf, leaving a 1/2-in. shell. Cut removed bread into small cubes; set aside. In a skillet, brown beef; drain. Add soup, green pepper, celery, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Cook and stir 3-4 minutes. Stir in the reserved bread cubes. Spread into bread shell; top with cheese. Replace bread top. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 6-8 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 658 calories, Fat 24g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 1691mg sodium, Carbohydrate 71g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

SAUSAGE-STUFFED FRENCH LOAF



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When my family first tried this sandwich loaf, they suggested I include it as part of our annual New Year's Day celebration. It tastes great with homemade soup.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 loaf (1 pound) French bread
1/2 pound ground beef
1/2 pound bulk pork sausage
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 large egg, beaten
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fennel seed
2 tablespoons butter
1 garlic clove, minced

Steps:

  • Cut a thin slice off the top of the bread. Hollow out bottom half, leaving a 1/4-in. shell. In a food processor or blender, process bread crumbs until coarse; set aside 1 cup. (Discard remaining crumbs or save for another use.) , In a skillet, brown beef, sausage and onion; drain. Stir in reserved crumbs, cheese, egg, parsley, mustard, pepper, salt and fennel; mix well. Spoon into bread shell; replace bred top. Place on a large sheet of heavy-duty foil. , In a small saucepan, melt butter; add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Brush over tops and sides of loaf. Seal the foil. , Bake at 400° for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 674mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

MEAT STUFFED FRENCH LOAVES



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These fun sandwiches are great to make ahead and keep in the freezer for a fast meal, or to make hors d'oeuvres for an impromptu get together.

Provided by Geema

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 loaf fat long French bread
4 ounces Italian sausage, skin removed
4 ounces ground turkey or 4 ounces ground beef
1 small onion
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1/4 teaspoon fennel seed
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
salt and pepper
1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons butter
1 clove garlic, crushed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Cut off the ends of the bread, and carefully hollow out the center portion.
  • In a food processor, make soft crumbs out of the bread that was removed from the middle of the loaf.
  • Brown the sausage and ground meat in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add onion, and continue to cook until soft.
  • In a bowl, combine the cooked meat and onion, the bread crumbs, grated cheese, the egg, mustard, parsley, fennel, basil, salt and pepper and pepper to taste.
  • With a long handled wooden spoon, stuff the hollowed out French bread with the stuffing mixture.
  • Place the ends of the bread back in place and secure with small skewers.
  • Melt the butter and stir in the garlic, let cook over low heat for about 1 minute.
  • Brush the loaf with the butter/garlic mixture and wrap in a piece of aluminium foil, leaving it open at the top, slightly so the top browns.
  • Bake until heated through, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Cut into 1 inch slices for hors d'oeuvres, or into 4 larger pieces for main course servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 572.5, Fat 23.7, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 117.8, Sodium 1215.5, Carbohydrate 62.9, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 1.6, Protein 25.5

STUFFED FRENCH LOAF



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SOURCE : THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS - BOOK TWO. We make this every Christmas and new years. The vegetarian options are my creation and not in the book. I have never timed how long this actually takes, so the times mentioned are estimates.

Provided by Chef Shadows

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 8-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 loaf French bread
8 ounces spicy bulk sausage
1/3 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, Finely Minced
1 egg
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, divided
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
3/4 cup extra-sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
2 veggie burgers, crumbled (I use Garden Burgers) (optional)
4 ounces mushroom pieces (optional)
1 tablespoon pecans, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Slice the bread in half lengthwise and slightly hollow out each half, leaving a 1/2-inch thick layer of bread.
  • Place crumbs in container of blender or food processor and process 15 to 20 seconds or until fine.
  • Cook sausage, onion, and garlic in skillet over medium heat until meat is browned; drain.
  • In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs, meat mixture, egg, 1 tsp mustard, and parsley; set aside.
  • Using a blender or food processor, process the cheeses, olive oil, 2 tsps mustard, and pepper until mixture forms a paste, about 1 minute.
  • Spread cheese mixture evenly over the inside of each bread half.
  • Spoon meat mixture into the cavity of each bread half.
  • Place bread halves together.
  • Wrap loaf in foil. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until heated through.
  • Cut into 1-inch thick slices.
  • • For the vegetarian option:.
  • Cook the Garden Burger, pecans and mushrooms with the onion and garlic.
  • Follow the rest of the recipe from that point.

RUSTIC FRENCH MEATLOAF



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Provided by Paul Grimes

Categories     Blender     Pork     Bake     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Prune     Veal     Pistachio     Candy Thermometer     Breadcrumbs     Gourmet

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup fine fresh bread crumbs (preferably from a rustic loaf)
1/2 cup whole milk
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
3 large garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 pound chicken livers, separated into lobes, trimmed, and rinsed
3/4 pound ground pork
3/4 pound ground veal
1/4 cup chopped prunes
1/4 cup shelled pistachios
2 teaspoons thyme leaves
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
Accompaniment: Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 475°F with rack in middle.
  • Soak bread crumbs in milk in a small bowl.
  • Cook onion, garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper in oil in a small skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened, about 5 minutes. Cool slightly.
  • Purée livers in a blender, then transfer to a large bowl. Add pork, veal, prunes, pistachios, thyme, eggs, bread-crumb mixture, onion mixture, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and gently mix with your hands until just combined.
  • Transfer meatloaf mixture to an 81/2- by 41/2-inch glass loaf pan (see cooks' note, below) and bake, covered with foil, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into center registers 165°F, 50 to 55 minutes. Let rest 5 minutes. Cover top of meatloaf with parsley before slicing.
  • Serve with:
  • buttered boiled potatoes

STUFFED FRENCH TOAST LOAF RECIPE BY TASTY



Stuffed French Toast Loaf Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: cream cheese, egg, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, brioche breads, eggs, milk, heavy cream, vanilla, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, sugar, butter, sugar, strawberry, bananas, powdered sugar

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Desserts

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

8 oz cream cheese
1 egg
2 tablespoons heavy cream
⅓ cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
9 brioche breads
4 eggs
¾ cup milk
½ cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon vanilla
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ cup sugar
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons sugar
½ lb strawberry, sliced
3 bananas, sliced
powdered sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350˚F (180˚C).
  • For the cheesecake filling: in a small bowl, combine cream cheese, egg, heavy cream, sugar and vanilla. Beat until smooth.
  • For the French toast egg mixture, combine eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Stir until well incorporated.
  • Dip slices of brioche in egg mixture.
  • Transfer brioche slices and cover bottom of a loaf pan, using a half or a quarter of a slice if necessary.
  • Cover the slices with cheesecake filling and spread evenly.
  • Layer another row of brioche slices and top with slices of strawberry and banana.
  • Layer one last row of brioche slices using small pieces of the bread to fill in the holes.
  • Bake for 30 minutes covered, then 10 minutes uncovered.
  • Let cool to room temperature.
  • Invert the loaf onto a parchment paper-lined baking tray.
  • Brush top of loaf with butter and sprinkle sugar over top.
  • Broil on high for 5 minutes or until sugar starts to carmelize.
  • Garnish with more strawberries, banana, and powdered sugar. Slice and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 654 calories, Carbohydrate 65 grams, Fat 38 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 16 grams, Sugar 29 grams

STUFFED FRENCH BREAD



Stuffed French Bread image

If you need a hearty appetizer, look no further than this savory stuffed bread. No dipping sauce is required for these cheesy slices.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 40m

Yield 20 slices.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 loaf (1 pound, about 20 inches) unsliced French bread
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
8 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cut the top third off the loaf of bread; carefully hollow out top and bottom, leaving a 1-in. shell. (Discard removed bread or save for another use.) Set loaf aside., In a large skillet, cook the sausage, mushrooms, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder and oregano. Stir in the sausage mixture., Line the bottom bread shell with mozzarella slices; top with sausage mixture. Replace bread top; wrap in foil. Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until heated through. Cool for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 468mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

SAUSAGE STUFFED FRENCH LOAF RECIPE - (4.2/5)



Sausage Stuffed French Loaf Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by á-10847

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (1-pound) loaf French bread
1/2 pound ground beef
1/2 pound bulk pork sausage
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup (4 ounces) part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fennel seed
2 tablespoons butter
1 garlic clove, minced

Steps:

  • Cut a thin slice off the top of the bread. Hollow out bottom half, leaving a 1/4-inch shell. In a food processor or blender, process bread crumbs until coarse; set aside 1 cup. (Discard remaining crumbs or save for another use.) In a skillet, brown beef, sausage and onion; drain. Stir in reserved crumbs, cheese, egg, parsley, mustard, pepper, salt and fennel; mix well. Spoon into bread shell; replace bred top. Place on a large sheet of heavy-duty foil. In a small saucepan, melt butter; add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Brush over tops and sides of loaf. Seal the foil. Bake at 400° for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted.

STUFFED MEAT LOAF



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My husband's job takes him away from home a good deal. When he returns, his first request is always for this stuffed meat loaf!-Lisa Williams, Steamboat Springs, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/4 pounds lean ground beef
1 pound bulk spicy pork sausage
1-1/2 cups herb-seasoned dry bread stuffing
1 large egg, beaten
5 tablespoons ketchup, divided
3 tablespoons steak sauce, divided
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 small tomato, diced
1 small onion, diced
1/2 small green pepper, diced
8 to 10 fresh mushrooms, sliced
4 ounces thinly sliced fully cooked ham, optional
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine ground beef, sausage, stuffing, egg, 3 tablespoons ketchup and 2 tablespoons steak sauce. Mix well., Pat half of the meat mixture into a 9x5-in. loaf pan. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Layer with tomato, onion, green pepper, mushrooms, ham if desired and Swiss cheese. Cover with remaining meat mixture; press down firmly to seal. (Mixture may be higher than the top of the pan.) , Combine remaining ketchup and steak sauce; drizzle over top of meat loaf. Bake at 350° for 1 hour or until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°, draining off fat when necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 25g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 118mg cholesterol, Sodium 742mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

CHEESE STUFFED MEATLOAF



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Sliced provolone cheese is layered in the middle of the meatloaf for an ooey-gooey surprise with each bite. Progresso® Vegetable Classics French onion soup makes this meatloaf extra-moist and delicious.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup gluten-free white rice flour cracker crumbs (from 4.4 oz box crackers)
1 can (18 oz) Progresso™ Vegetable Classics French onion soup
1 1/2 lb extra-lean (at least 93%) ground beef
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 egg
6 slices (1 1/2 oz each) provolone cheese
Hot cooked mashed potatoes, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, stir cracker crumbs and 1 cup of the soup until well mixed; let stand 10 minutes.
  • Add beef, salt, thyme, pepper and egg to cracker crumb mixture until well mixed. Spread half of beef mixture into ungreased 8x4-or 9x5- inch loaf pan. Cut 3 slices of the cheese into 1/2-inch strips. Arrange strips in center of loaf to within 1/2-inch of sides and ends of pan. Top cheese with remaining beef mixture covering completely to sides of pan.
  • Insert ovenproof meat thermometer so tip is in center of loaf. Bake uncovered 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes or until beef is no longer pink in center and thermometer reads 160°F. Arrange remaining cheese slices, overlapping, on top of meatloaf. Top cheese with 1/4 cup of the remaining soup (making sure to get onion pieces). Bake an additional 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Let stand 5 minutes; remove from pan. Heat remaining soup until hot, serve with meatloaf and potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving, Sodium 1160 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 1/2 g

GRILLED STUFFED MEAT LOAF



Grilled Stuffed Meat Loaf image

A twist on traditional meat loaf, this meat loaf lets you get out of the kitchen to enjoy the summer sun. My husband loves this dish served with grilled corn on the cob. -Melissa Maseda, Dixon, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon butter
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/3 cup whole milk
1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
SAUCE:
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons prepared mustard

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in butter until tender; set aside., In a large bowl, combine the egg, milk, oats, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. On a large piece of heavy-duty foil, pat beef mixture into a 12x8-in. rectangle; spoon mushroom mixture to within 1 in. of edges. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a short side and peeling foil away while rolling. Seal seam and ends. Discard foil., Prepare grill for indirect heat, using a drip pan. Form a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 14 in. square); cut three slits in foil. Place meat loaf on foil; place on the grill rack over drip pan., Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat for 35 minutes. Combine sauce ingredients; brush over loaf. Grill, covered, 15-20 minutes longer or until meat is no longer pink and a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Fat 14 g fat (6 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96 mg cholesterol, Sodium 434 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14 g carbohydrate (9 g sugars, Fiber 1 g fiber), Protein 21 g protein.

SAUSAGE-STUFFED FRENCH LOAF



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Make and share this Sausage-Stuffed French Loaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by crawfish pie

Categories     Pork

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 loaf unsliced French bread (16 oz.)
1/2 lb pork sausage
1/2 lb ground chuck
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (8oz.)
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1 clove garlic, crushed

Steps:

  • Cut off ends of loaf;set aside.
  • Hollow out loaf with a long serrated knife,leaving a 1/2 in.
  • shell.
  • Process bread removed from inside loaf in a food processor to make bread crumbs.
  • Cook sausage,beef,onion in a large skillet until meat is browned,stirring until it crumbles;Drain.
  • Stir in 1 cup breadcrumbs,cheese,and next 6 ingredients.
  • Spoon into shell,replace loaf ends,securing with wooden toothpicks.
  • Melt butter in saucepan.
  • Add garlic;cook 1 min.
  • Brush garlic butter over loaf.
  • Wrap loaf in foil,leaving top open slightly;place on a baking sheet.
  • Bake at 400 for 25 min.
  • Cut into 4 pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 830.8, Fat 43.1, SaturatedFat 19, Cholesterol 190.1, Sodium 1882.7, Carbohydrate 64.2, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 2.4, Protein 44.3

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before starting, ensure all ingredients are measured, prepped, and organized to streamline the cooking process.
  • Bread Selection: Choose a crusty bread loaf with a firm texture that can hold the stuffing without getting soggy.
  • Meatball Mixture: To make tender and flavorful meatballs, use a combination of ground beef and ground pork. Add herbs, spices, and breadcrumbs for extra taste and texture.
  • Stuffed Loaf Assembly: Hollow out the bread loaf, leaving a 1-inch border to prevent the stuffing from spilling out during baking.
  • Cheese Selection: Use a blend of shredded cheeses, such as mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan, for a gooey and flavorful cheese pull.
  • Baking Temperature and Time: Bake the stuffed bread loaf at a high temperature (375°F) for an initial 15 minutes to set the cheese, then reduce the temperature (350°F) for the remaining baking time to ensure the loaf cooks through without burning.
  • Serving Suggestions: Allow the stuffed bread loaf to cool slightly before slicing and serving. Pair it with a side salad, roasted vegetables, or your favorite dipping sauce for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

Meat-stuffed French loaves offer a delicious and versatile main course or appetizer that can be customized to suit various tastes and preferences. With a crispy bread exterior, savory meatball stuffing, and melted cheese filling, this dish is sure to be a hit at any gathering. Experiment with different bread types, meatball mixtures, and cheese blends to create your own unique stuffed bread loaf recipe. Whether you prefer classic Italian flavors or a spicy Southwestern twist, the possibilities are endless. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to indulge in this hearty and satisfying dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.

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