Italian Stromboli
Italian Stromboli is a delicious rolled sandwich filled with Italian meats, cheese, and vegetables, wrapped in a golden-brown crust. It is a perfect dish for parties, family dinners, or a fun weeknight meal.
Equipment
- 1 rolling pin
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 pastry brush
Ingredients
- 1 package refrigerated pizza dough 1 lb
- 1 cup marinara sauce Plus extra for dipping.
- 6 oz sliced pepperoni
- 4 oz sliced salami
- 4 oz sliced ham
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 medium green bell pepper Thinly sliced.
- 1 medium onion Thinly sliced.
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 egg beaten For egg wash.
- to taste teaspoon olive oil For drizzling.
- to taste teaspoon salt
- to taste teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick.
- Spread the marinara sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
- Layer the pepperoni, salami, and ham evenly over the sauce.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the meats, followed by the sliced bell pepper and onion.
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Starting from one long end, carefully roll the dough away from you, creating a tight log. Pinch the seams and ends to seal.
- Place the Stromboli seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush the top with beaten egg and drizzle with a little olive oil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
Feel free to customize the filling by adding your favorite vegetables or using different types of cheese and meats.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.