Bacon Bread

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(from RV Brat Recipes’s recipe box)

Categories: Bacon /, Bread /

Ingredients

  • 12 bacon strips, diced
  • 1 loaf (1 pound) frozen bread dough, thawed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • 1 envelope (1 ounce) ranch salad dressing mix

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat for 5 minutes or until partially cooked; drain on paper towels.

  2. Roll out dough to 1/2-in. thickness; brush with 1 tablespoon of oil.

  3. Cut into 1-in. pieces; place in a large bowl.

  4. Add the bacon, cheese, dressing mix and remaining oil; toss to coat.

  5. Arrange pieces in a 9-in. × 5-in. oval on a greased baking sheet, layering as needed… I actually just find it easier to use a bundt pan Cover and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes or until doubled.

  6. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes. Cover with foil; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until golden brown. Yield: 1 loaf—16 servings.

  7. Nutritional Facts

  8. 1 serving (1 each) equals 149 calories, 6 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 8 mg cholesterol, 621 mg sodium, 17 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 6 g protein.

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