If you’re craving bold flavors and comfort food vibes, this Easy Cheesesteak Stuffed Garlic Bread Loaf is about to become a family favorite. Loaded with savory ground beef, sweet caramelized onions, and a gooey blend of provolone and mozzarella, everything is tucked inside buttery garlic bread and baked until golden. It’s simple enough for weeknights yet impressive enough for parties and game days.
Why You’ll Love This Cheesesteak Stuffed Garlic Bread Loaf
- Crowd-pleasing comfort food with classic cheesesteak flavors
- Easy to make using simple, family-friendly ingredients
- Perfect for sharing at gatherings, potlucks, or casual dinners
- Customizable with different cheeses or proteins
- Ready in under an hour, start to finish
This recipe combines the richness of garlic bread with the hearty goodness of a cheesesteak — no special equipment required.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 large French bread loaf
- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp butter, softened
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup provolone cheese, shredded or sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
How to Make Cheesesteak Stuffed Garlic Bread Loaf (Step-by-Step)
Step 1: Prep the Bread
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the French bread loaf lengthwise and carefully hollow out the center, leaving a sturdy shell for the filling.
Step 2: Make Garlic Butter
In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with minced garlic and fresh parsley. Spread generously over the inside of the bread, coating both halves.
Step 3: Cook the Beef
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned. Season lightly with salt and pepper, then drain excess grease if needed.
Step 4: Caramelize the Onions
Add the sliced onions to the skillet with the beef. Cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions soften and turn lightly golden.
Step 5: Assemble the Loaf
Layer half of the mozzarella and provolone inside the bread. Spoon the beef and onion mixture evenly over the cheese, then top with the remaining cheese.
Step 6: Bake Until Melty
Close the bread loaf and wrap it loosely in foil. Bake for 15 minutes, then uncover and bake an additional 5–10 minutes until the bread is crisp and the cheese is fully melted.
Step 7: Slice & Serve
Let the loaf rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm for best flavor.
Tips & Variations
- Extra cheesy: Add an extra ½ cup of mozzarella for ultra-gooey slices
- Protein swap: Ground turkey or chicken works great
- Milder flavor: Use Monterey Jack instead of provolone
- Crispier bread: Toast the hollowed loaf for 5 minutes before filling
- Kid-friendly: Chop onions finely so they blend into the filling
Serving Ideas & Storage
Serve this cheesesteak garlic bread loaf with a simple green salad, roasted vegetables, or crispy potato wedges.
Storage: Wrap leftovers tightly and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through to keep the bread crispy.
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Easy Cheesesteak Stuffed Garlic Bread Loaf
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 slices 1x
Description
Cheesesteak Stuffed Garlic Bread Loaf is loaded with savory ground beef, caramelized onions, and a cheesy blend of provolone and mozzarella, all packed into buttery garlic bread. Perfect for family dinners, parties, or anytime comfort food cravings strike!
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 large French bread loaf
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 tbsp butter, softened
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup provolone cheese, shredded or sliced
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Slice the French bread loaf lengthwise and hollow out the center, leaving a sturdy shell.
3. Mix softened butter with minced garlic and chopped parsley to make garlic butter.
4. Spread garlic butter generously on the inside of both bread halves.
5. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned; season with salt and pepper and drain excess grease if needed.
6. Add sliced onion to the skillet; cook 6–8 minutes, stirring, until soft and lightly caramelized.
7. Layer half the mozzarella and provolone inside the bread.
8. Spoon in the beef and onion mixture evenly.
9. Top with remaining mozzarella and provolone.
10. Close the loaf; wrap loosely in foil and bake 15 minutes.
11. Uncover and bake 5–10 minutes more until the bread is crisp and cheese is fully melted.
12. Rest 3–5 minutes, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
Make it extra cheesy by adding 1/2 cup more mozzarella.
Swap ground beef with ground turkey or chicken if you prefer.
Use Monterey Jack or mild cheddar if you want a milder flavor than provolone.
For crispier bread, toast the hollowed loaf for 5 minutes before stuffing.
Store leftovers wrapped in the fridge up to 3 days; reheat at 350°F until warmed through for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
| Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ~420 | 24g | 32g | 22g | 2g | 720mg |
Final Thoughts
This Easy Cheesesteak Stuffed Garlic Bread Loaf brings together everything we love about comfort food — rich flavors, melty cheese, and buttery bread — in one irresistible dish. Whether you’re feeding a hungry family or entertaining guests, this recipe delivers big flavor with minimal effort.