Heart-Healthy Savory Sausage Bread
Elevate your baking game with this Heart-Healthy Savory Sausage Bread, a wholesome twist on classic comfort food that's packed with flavor and nutrition. Made with hearty whole wheat flour, lean ground turkey sausage, and a vibrant medley of red bell pepper, onion, garlic, and fresh parsley, this recipe blends savory indulgence with mindful eating. Seasoned with aromatic fennel seeds and black pepper, the filling adds a delightful depth of flavor while keeping it light. The soft, homemade dough is kissed with olive oil and honey for subtle richness and baked to golden perfection, creating a crusty bread with a tender, flavorful core. Perfect for sharing with family or as a satisfying addition to any meal, this easy-to-follow recipe offers heart-healthy goodness in every bite. Whether for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy dinner appetizer, it’s irresistible and versatile!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups whole wheat flour
- 2.25 teaspoons quick-rise yeast
- 1.5 cups warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces ground turkey sausage
- 1 medium red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the whole wheat flour and quick-rise yeast.
In a separate small bowl, mix warm water, olive oil, and honey. Add this mixture to the flour and yeast, then add salt and mix until a soft dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until elastic. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
While the dough is rising, cook the ground turkey sausage over medium heat in a non-stick skillet until no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
Add diced red bell pepper, onion, and minced garlic to the sausage. Cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
Mix in fennel seeds, black pepper, and fresh parsley. Allow the sausage filling to cool to room temperature.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a 12x14 inch rectangle.
Spread the cooled sausage mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border along the edges.
Starting from the longer side, roll the dough up jelly-roll style, pinching the seams and ends to seal.
Place the bread seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover with a cloth and let it rise for another 20 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the bread for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and it sounds hollow when tapped.
Allow the bread to cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2104 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.6 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.7 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 181 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 3988 mg | 173% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 301.7 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 51.4 g | 184% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.9 g | ||
| Protein | 97.7 g | 195% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 255 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 19.9 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 2676 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
