Bacon Stuffed Cheesy Garlic Rolls

INGREDIENTS:

16 ounces fresh pizza dough
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 cup cooked crumbled bacon, divided
1½ cups shredded sharp white Cheddar cheese, divided
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley, divided
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

DIRECTIONS:

Step1: Spray a 9-inch cast-iron skillet with cooking spray.
Step2: On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 16×10-inch rectangle.
Step3: Spread dough with butter, leaving a 1-inch border around edges. In a small bowl, combine ¾ cup bacon, 1 cup cheese, 2 tablespoons parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle over butter.
Step4: Starting with one long side, roll dough into a log; pinch seam to seal.
Step5: Turn log seam side down, and slice into 10 rolls. Place rolls in prepared skillet.
Step6: Cover with plastic wrap, and let rise until doubled in size, about 45 minutes.
Step7: Preheat oven to 350°. Uncover rolls.
Step8: Bake 18 minutes. Top with remaining ¼ cup bacon and ½ cup cheese. Bake until cheese melts, about 5 minutes.
Step9: Let cool in skillet 15 minutes.
Step10: Top with remaining 2 tablespoons parsley.