A Pastrami Stromboli is a delicious and savory Italian-American dish filled with pastrami, cheese, and various ingredients, all wrapped in pizza dough and baked until golden brown. Here’s a recipe for making a Pastrami Stromboli:
Ingredients:
For the Stromboli:
- 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 8-10 slices of pastrami
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (red, green, or a mix)
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers (optional)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving (optional):
- Marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Dough:
- On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle, about 12×14 inches in size. You can use a rolling pin for this.
- Layer the Fillings:
- Begin by laying out the pastrami slices evenly over the rolled-out dough.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the pastrami.
- Add the diced bell peppers, onions, black olives, and pepperoncini peppers (if using) evenly over the cheese.
- Season the toppings with dried Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Roll Up the Stromboli:
- Starting from one of the longer sides of the rectangle, carefully roll up the dough and filling tightly, like a jellyroll or burrito.
- Pinch the seams and ends to seal the Stromboli.
- Brush with Olive Oil and Parmesan:
- Place the Stromboli seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the top of the Stromboli with olive oil and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake:
- Bake the Pastrami Stromboli in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until it is golden brown and the dough is cooked through.
- Cool and Slice:
- Remove the Stromboli from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing it into rounds.
- Serve:
- Serve the sliced Pastrami Stromboli hot. You can serve it with marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping, if desired.
Enjoy your homemade Pastrami Stromboli as a delicious and savory appetizer, snack, or even as a main course. It’s a versatile dish that’s sure to please pastrami and cheese lovers.