Steak and Shrimp Stuffed Bread

Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Recipe Intensity: Moderate

Ingredients:

• 1 large baguette or French bread loaf
• 8 oz steak (sirloin or ribeye), thinly sliced
• 8 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare Bread: Slice the baguette in half lengthwise and hollow out some of the bread from the center, creating a trench for the filling. Place the bread on the prepared baking sheet.
3. Cook Steak and Shrimp: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced steak, season with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until browned and cooked to your desired doneness. Remove from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add the shrimp and cook for about 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
4. Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the butter and sauté the onions, garlic, and bell peppers until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the cooked steak, shrimp, sautéed vegetables, shredded mozzarella, shredded cheddar, and chopped parsley. Mix well.
6. Stuff the Bread: Spoon the steak and shrimp mixture into the hollowed-out baguette halves, pressing down to pack the filling tightly.
7. Bake: Place the stuffed bread in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the bread is golden brown.
8. Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm.

Nutritional Information (per serving, assuming recipe makes 6 servings):

• Calories: 380
• Total Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
• Cholesterol: 120mg
• Sodium: 750mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2g
  • Sugars: 3g
• Protein: 25g

Enjoy this hearty and flavorful Steak and Shrimp Stuffed Bread, perfect for a satisfying meal or appetizer!