Here’s a classic, crowd-pleasing recipe for Italian Stromboli — a rolled, baked pizza-style loaf stuffed with deli meats, cheese, and Italian seasonings. Crispy on the outside, melty on the inside. Perfect for game day, dinner, or slicing into party appetizers!
🇮🇹 Italian Stromboli Recipe
🥖 Ingredients:
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1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade, about 1 lb)
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1/4 cup pizza sauce or marinara (optional, for spreading or serving)
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6 slices Genoa salami
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6 slices capicola or ham
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6 slices pepperoni or soppressata
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1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella or sliced provolone
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1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
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Optional: grated Parmesan, red pepper flakes, or fresh basil
🔥 Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven:
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Preheat to 400°F (200°C).
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Roll Out Dough:
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On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a rectangle, roughly 10×14 inches.
3. Layer the Fillings:
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Optional: Spread a very thin layer of pizza sauce (too much will make it soggy).
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Evenly layer meats, then cheese, leaving a 1-inch border all around.
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Sprinkle with Italian seasoning or red pepper flakes if desired.
4. Roll It Up:
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Starting from one long edge, tightly roll the dough like a jelly roll.
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Pinch the seam and ends to seal, and place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
5. Score & Brush:
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Brush the top with beaten egg for shine and color.
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Score 3–4 shallow slits on top to allow steam to escape.
6. Bake:
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Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
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Let cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
🍽️ Serve With:
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Warm marinara or pizza sauce on the side for dipping
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A crisp Caesar salad or roasted veggies
🧀 Variations:
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Swap meats: try turkey, prosciutto, or cooked sausage.
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Add extras: sautéed spinach, mushrooms, roasted peppers, or olives.
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Make it spicy: use hot capicola or pepper jack cheese.