Italian Stromboli
If you’re a fan of Italian cuisine and pizza, you’re in for a treat! Italian Stromboli is a delightful twist on the classic pizza, filled with savory meats, cheese, and a garlic butter topping. In this article, we’ll guide you through the process of making this delicious dish step by step.
Italian Stromboli Ingredients:
Let’s start by gathering the ingredients you’ll need for Italian Stromboli. Here’s a handy table summarizing what you’ll need:
| INGREDIENT | QUANTITY |
|---|---|
| Pillsbury pizza crust | 1 tube |
| Deli ham | 8 slices |
| Genoa salami | 10 slices |
| Sandwich pepperoni | 12 slices |
| Provolone cheese or mozzarella | 8 slices |
| Butter | 2 tablespoons |
| Minced garlic cloves | 2 |
| Chopped parsley | 2 teaspoons |
| Parmesan cheese | 3 tablespoons |
Instructions:
Now that we have our ingredients ready, let’s dive into the step-by-step instructions for making Italian Stromboli. Follow along closely to create a culinary masterpiece!
- Prepare the Garlic Butter Mixture
- Melt the butter in the microwave.
- Mix in the minced garlic and chopped parsley, along with the Parmesan cheese. Set aside.
- Prep Your Baking Sheet
- Line your baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Stretch the Pizza Crust
- Stretch out the Pillsbury pizza crust to nearly the size of your baking sheet.
- Layer the Deli Meats
- Start by layering the deli ham evenly over the pizza crust.
- Follow with the Genoa salami and sandwich pepperoni.
- Add the Cheese
- Layer the provolone cheese or mozzarella slices over the meats.
- Roll the Stromboli
- Roll the Stromboli longwise, ensuring the seam is sealed tightly.
- Seal the ends by pinching the dough and molding any excess to the underside of the Stromboli.
- Score the Top
- Score the top of the Stromboli a few times using a serrated knife. This allows steam to escape while baking.
- Apply the Garlic Butter
- Top the Stromboli with the prepared garlic butter mixture, ensuring even coverage.
- Bake to Perfection
- Follow the baking instructions on the pizza dough packaging. Typically, it’s the same bake time as a regular pizza, but you won’t par bake it as instructed on the tube.
- Serve and Enjoy
- Italian Stromboli is traditionally served with red sauce on the side for dipping. However, feel free to experiment with your preferred dipping sauces!
