Delicious Italian Stromboli Recipe
This Italian Stromboli is an easy-to-make, flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for dinner or a snack. With layers of deli meats, melty cheese, and a buttery garlic topping, it’s sure to be a hit with everyone. Plus, it’s quick and simple to prepare, especially with pre-made pizza dough.
Ingredients:
- 1 tube of Pillsbury pizza crust
- 8 slices of deli ham
- 10 slices of Genoa salami
- 12 slices of sandwich pepperoni
- 8 slices provolone cheese (or mozzarella; shredded cheese also works)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons chopped parsley
- 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
Instructions:
- Prepare the garlic butter:
Melt the butter in the microwave and stir in the minced garlic, chopped parsley, and Parmesan cheese. Set the mixture aside. - Prepare the pizza crust:
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll out the pizza crust to nearly the size of your baking sheet. - Layer the ingredients:
Start by layering the deli meats. Begin with the ham, then add the salami, and finally the pepperoni. Top the meats with slices of provolone or mozzarella cheese (shredded cheese works too). - Roll up the Stromboli:
Carefully roll the pizza dough lengthwise, sealing the edges well as you go. Pinch and fold the ends to make sure everything is tucked in securely. - Score the top:
Using a serrated knife, score the top of the Stromboli a few times. This allows steam to escape during baking and helps the dough bake evenly. - Top with garlic butter:
Brush the garlic butter mixture generously over the top of the Stromboli. - Bake:
Follow the baking instructions on the pizza dough tube (typically the same as for a regular pizza). There’s no need to par-bake the crust like the package might suggest. - Optional:
While this Stromboli doesn’t include red sauce inside, you can dip it in marinara sauce if you prefer that classic touch.
Tips:
- Cheese options: Feel free to mix and match different cheeses based on your preferences.
- Red sauce: While this recipe skips the sauce inside, it’s delicious when served with a side of marinara or pizza sauce for dipping.
This Italian Stromboli is a simple yet satisfying meal that’s packed with flavor. It’s perfect for a casual meal with family and friends, and the garlic butter topping takes it to the next level. Enjoy!