Stromboli is a delicious Italian-American dish that combines pizza flavors in a rolled and baked bread dough. Here’s an easy recipe for Italian Stromboli:
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- 1 lb (450 g) pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
For the Filling:
- 1 cup (250 g) marinara sauce (for dipping, optional)
- 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 oz (115 g) thinly sliced Italian meats (salami, pepperoni, or ham)
- ½ cup (120 g) sautéed bell peppers and onions (optional)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- Sesame seeds or grated Parmesan for topping (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Roll Out the Dough:
- On a floured surface, roll the pizza dough into a large rectangle, approximately 12×16 inches.
- Layer the Fillings:
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce (if desired) on the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.
- Evenly layer the mozzarella, Parmesan, sliced meats, and optional sautéed vegetables.
- Sprinkle garlic powder and Italian seasoning on top.
- Roll the Stromboli:
- Starting with one long edge, carefully roll the dough into a tight log.
- Pinch the seams and ends to seal.
- Transfer and Score:
- Place the rolled dough seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush the top with the beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds or Parmesan, if desired.
- Make small slits on the top to release steam while baking.
- Bake:
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let the Stromboli rest for 5 minutes before slicing into 1-inch pieces.
- Serve with warm marinara sauce for dipping.
Tips:
- Experiment with fillings like cooked sausage, spinach, or ricotta cheese.
- To save time, use pre-made pizza dough from the store.
- Stromboli freezes well; wrap individual slices and reheat as needed.