A protein-packed stromboli combining ground beef, pepperoni, mozzarella, and Parmesan in golden pizza dough.
# Components:
→ Dough
01 - 1 pound refrigerated pizza dough
→ Filling
02 - 1/2 pound lean ground beef
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
05 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
08 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 3 ounces sliced pepperoni
10 - 1/4 cup pizza sauce, plus extra for serving
11 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, optional
→ For Brushing
12 - 1 egg, beaten
13 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
# Method:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with salt, pepper, oregano, and garlic powder until fully browned. Drain excess fat and let cool slightly.
03 - On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a large rectangle approximately 12 by 16 inches.
04 - Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border along all edges.
05 - Evenly distribute the cooked beef, mozzarella, Parmesan, and pepperoni over the sauce.
06 - Starting from one long edge, tightly roll up the dough into a log, pinching the seam and ends to seal completely.
07 - Transfer the stromboli to the prepared baking sheet, seam side down.
08 - Brush the top with beaten egg and drizzle with olive oil for enhanced shine and crispness.
09 - Using a sharp knife, make several diagonal slits on top to vent steam during baking.
10 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
11 - Cool for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with parsley if desired. Serve warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping.
