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Homemade Stromboli with Cheesy Meat Filling

Homemade Stromboli with Cheesy Meat Filling
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Homemade Stromboli with Cheesy Meat Filling is a quick and delicious Italian-inspired dish featuring a golden, flaky crust wrapped around a savory blend of Italian sausage, ground beef, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for any meal or snack, this hearty stromboli offers a melty, flavorful comfort food experience that is easy to customize and great for feeding a crowd or enjoying as leftovers.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade, enough to roll out to 12 x 16 inches)

Meat Filling

  • 1/2 lb Italian sausage
  • 1/2 lb ground beef
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)

Cheese

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Other

  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 egg (beaten for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Meat Filling: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add Italian sausage and ground beef, cooking until browned and fully cooked through. Stir in minced garlic and Italian seasoning, cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat, drain excess fat if necessary, then mix in shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Let the filling cool slightly before assembling.
  2. Roll Out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a large rectangle approximately 12 by 16 inches, ensuring even thickness for uniform baking. Transfer the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Assemble Your Stromboli: Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce over the dough, leaving about a 1-inch border around the edges. Evenly distribute the cheesy meat filling across the center, avoiding the edges to make sealing easier.
  4. Roll and Seal: Starting from the long edge closest to you, carefully roll the dough over the filling into a tight cylinder. Pinch the edges and ends firmly to seal completely and prevent filling leakage. Turn the stromboli seam-side down on the baking sheet.
  5. Brush and Bake: Brush the top of the stromboli with beaten egg wash for a glossy finish. Using a sharp knife, make a few slits or small holes in the top crust to allow steam to escape. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (205°C) for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Cool and Slice: Let the stromboli rest for 5-10 minutes after baking to allow the filling to set. Slice into 1-2 inch pieces and serve warm to enjoy the melty, cheesy filling at its best.

Notes

  • Do not overfill the stromboli to prevent leakage and ensure even cooking.
  • Allow the filling to cool slightly before assembling to avoid soggy dough.
  • Use parchment paper for easy transfer and cleanup.
  • Seal the edges firmly to keep filling inside during baking.
  • Bake on the middle rack for even heat distribution and a perfectly golden crust.
  • Rest before slicing to keep cheese from oozing out and maintain neat slices.

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