Making a Spicy Italian Sausage Stromboli is a flavorful and satisfying way to enjoy a classic Italian dish. Here’s a simple recipe for you:
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- All-purpose flour (for dusting)
For the Filling:
- 1 pound spicy Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil (for brushing)
For Dipping (Optional):
- Marinara sauce
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Filling:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the spicy Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks. Once browned and cooked through, remove any excess grease.
- Add sliced bell pepper, red onion, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
- Season with dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and let the filling mixture cool slightly.
3. Roll Out the Dough:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a rectangular shape.
4. Assemble the Stromboli:
- Spread the sausage and vegetable filling evenly over the rolled-out dough.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the filling.
- Carefully roll up the dough, starting from one of the longer sides, to create a log-shaped Stromboli.
- Place the Stromboli seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
5. Brush with Olive Oil:
- Brush the surface of the Stromboli with olive oil, which will give it a golden brown color as it bakes.
6. Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the Stromboli is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Cool and Slice:
- Allow the Stromboli to cool for a few minutes before slicing into rounds.
8. Serve:
- Serve the Spicy Italian Sausage Stromboli slices with marinara sauce for dipping if desired.
9. Enjoy:
- Enjoy your delicious and spicy Stromboli!
Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite ingredients, and adjust the spice level according to your preference. This Stromboli makes for a great appetizer, snack, or main dish for a casual gathering.
