Stuffed Taco Bread
This easy and cheesy stuffed taco bread is a fun twist on taco night! Loaded with seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, and fresh toppings, it's baked to golden perfection inside crusty French or Italian bread. Perfect for parties or a hearty weeknight dinner.
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Ingredients
- 1 loaf French or Italian bread wide, sliced lengthwise
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 package taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cheddar or Pepper Jack cheese divided
- 1/4 cup green onions chopped
- 1/4 cup black olives sliced
- 1-2 Roma tomatoes chopped
- 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped, or to taste
Instructions
- Slice the bread lengthwise if not already cut. Scoop out some of the soft center to make room for the filling while keeping the crust intact. Set aside.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until no longer pink, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess grease.
- Stir taco seasoning into the cooked beef. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup of shredded cheese.
- Spread the taco beef mixture evenly into the hollowed-out bread halves. Top with remaining cheese.
- Place the stuffed bread halves on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and edges are golden.
- Remove from oven and top with green onions, black olives, tomatoes, and cilantro. Slice into 3-inch sections to serve.
Notes
Optional toppings include pickled jalapeños, chopped bell peppers, green salsa, or a drizzle of sour cream. For extra crunch, toast the bread slightly before stuffing.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 436kcalCarbohydrates: 21.3gProtein: 25gFat: 27.7gSaturated Fat: 13.3gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 83mgSodium: 617mgFiber: 0.8gSugar: 1.7g