Savory Sausage and Mushroom Stuffed Bread

1Preheat Oven Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).

2Cooking the Filling Prepare the filling by removing the sausage casings and crumbling the sausage meat into a skillet over medium heat. Cook until browned, breaking up any large chunks with a spatula.

3Preparing the Filling Add the olive oil to the skillet, then sauté the onions, garlic, mushrooms, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper until the vegetables are soft and the flavors are well combined.

4Preparing the Bread Cut the top off the loaf of bread and hollow out the center, leaving about a 1-inch border around the edges and bottom. Brush the inside with melted butter and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

5Stuffing the Bread Fill the bread with the sausage and mushroom mixture, pressing down gently to pack it in. Replace the top of the bread.

6Egg (1) Wash In a small bowl, beat the egg (1) and water (1 tablespoon) together to make the egg (1) wash. Brush the outside of the bread with the egg (1) wash.

7Baking the Stuffed Bread Wrap the stuffed bread in aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the bread is crispy on the outside and the filling is heated through.

8Final Touches Remove from the oven and let the bread cool slightly. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, before slicing and serving.