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Stromboli Dinner Recipe

A savory rolled Italian dish filled with meats, cheeses, and vegetables, baked to golden perfection, perfect for a quick family dinner or a gathering with friends.

Ingredients

• 1 tube Pillsbury refrigerated pizza dough
• 1/2 cup pizza sauce
• 12 slices Italian salami
• 16 slices pepperoni
• 1 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley, optional

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Line Your Pan
   Crank up your oven to a toasty 400°F (204°C). While it warms up, grab a baking sheet and line it with parchment paper. This little trick will keep things tidy and make cleanup a breeze later.

2. Step 2: Roll Out the Dough and Spread the Sauce
   Unroll that tube of pizza dough onto your prepared baking sheet, gently stretching it out. Be careful not to tear it! Now, spread your pizza sauce all over, but leave about a 2-inch border around the edge. This space is crucial for sealing your stromboli.

3. Step 3: Layer the Meats and Cheese
   Place the Italian salami slices evenly over the sauced area, followed by a generous 1 1/4 cups of mozzarella cheese. Top it all off with those savory pepperoni slices. This is where the flavors start to mingle beautifully.

4. Step 4: Roll and Seal the Dough
   Carefully roll up your dough, much like you would a cinnamon roll. Once it's all rolled up, pinch the edges to seal them tightly, then fold over the seam. Place the stromboli seam-side down on the baking sheet. This helps keep everything contained during baking.

5. Step 5: Brush with Egg and Make Slits
   With a pastry brush, give your rolled-up masterpiece a nice coat of beaten egg. This will help it achieve a lovely golden color in the oven. Using a sharp knife, cut small slits across the top. These slits are not just for show; they let steam escape, preventing a soggy interior.

6. Step 6: Season and Cheese It Up
   Sprinkle a teaspoon of Italian seasoning evenly over the top, followed by a couple of tablespoons of grated parmesan cheese. If you're feeling fancy, a bit of chopped parsley wouldn’t go amiss here, adding a lovely pop of color.

7. Step 7: Bake to Perfection and Serve
   Pop that stromboli into your preheated oven and let it bake for 15-20 minutes. You’re looking for a golden-brown crust that’s just a hint crispy. Once it's out of the oven, let it cool slightly before slicing. Serve your stromboli with some warm pizza sauce on the side for dipping. Enjoy every bite!

Notes

Oh, the joys of crafting the perfect stromboli! But sometimes, small hiccups happen. One common mistake is overfilling the dough. That delicious filling is tempting, but too much can cause your stromboli to burst during baking. To avoid this, stick to the ingredient amounts and resist the urge to add more.

Another pitfall is not sealing the edges well. A good pinch and fold are key to keeping everything snug inside. When you roll it up, make sure the seam is securely on the bottom to prevent it from unraveling.

Lastly, uneven baking can occur if the oven isn’t preheated properly. Always wait until it reaches 400 degrees Fahrenheit before popping in your stromboli. This ensures a golden, evenly-baked crust every time.