Description
A golden-brown pizza roll filled with gooey mozzarella, zesty pepperoni, savory Italian sausage, and fresh vegetables, perfect for a family meal or game day appetizer.
Ingredients
1 pound store-bought pizza dough
1 cup cooked Italian sausage, crumbled and drained
1/2 cup pepperoni slices
1 1/2 cups low-moisture mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/2 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Optional: Marinara sauce, for dipping
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: On a lightly floured surface, unroll or stretch the pizza dough into a large rectangle, approximately 10x14 inches. If the dough is resistant, let it rest for 5-10 minutes before continuing.
Step 3: Spread the cooked Italian sausage evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges. Layer with pepperoni slices, shredded mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced red bell pepper, and red onion. Sprinkle generously with Italian seasoning.
Step 4: Carefully roll the dough tightly from one long side to the other, creating a log. Pinch the seams firmly to seal the edges and tuck in the ends to prevent filling from escaping. Transfer the Stromboli to the prepared baking sheet, seam-side down.
Step 5: Using a sharp knife, make 3-4 diagonal slits across the top of the Stromboli. This allows steam to escape during baking. Brush the entire surface with the beaten egg wash for a golden, crispy crust.
Step 6: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the Stromboli is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly. If the top browns too quickly, you can loosely tent it with foil.
Step 7: Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. This resting period helps the cheese set. Serve with warm marinara sauce for dipping, if desired.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the filling. You can also experiment with other cheeses like provolone or parmesan.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg