Stromboli is a delicious Italian dish that consists of rolled up dough filled with various ingredients such as cheese, vegetables, and meats. If you have frozen bread dough on hand, you can easily make stromboli at home. Here’s how:
Thawing the Frozen Bread Dough
The first step in making stromboli with frozen bread dough is to thaw the dough properly. Follow these steps:
- Remove the frozen bread dough from the packaging.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a clean dish towel.
- Leave the dough at room temperature for 4-6 hours or until it is completely thawed.
- Once the dough has thawed, it is ready to be used to make stromboli.
Preparing the Stromboli Filling
Next, you’ll need to prepare the filling for your stromboli. Here’s how:
- Gather your desired ingredients for the filling such as cheese, vegetables, and meats.
- Precook any raw ingredients like vegetables or meats that need to be cooked before using in the filling.
- Grate or chop the cheese and other ingredients into small, manageable pieces.
- Mix the ingredients together in a bowl, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
Rolling and Filling the Dough
Now it’s time to roll out the dough and fill it with your prepared ingredients:
- Lightly flour a clean surface and place the thawed dough on it.
- Using a rolling pin, roll the dough into a rectangular shape, about ¼ inch thick.
- Spoon the filling mixture onto the center of the rolled-out dough, leaving about an inch border around the edges.
- Starting from one of the long sides, carefully roll the dough over the filling, tucking it in as you go.
- Pinch the ends of the stromboli to seal it and prevent the filling from spilling out.
Baking the Stromboli
Once the stromboli is rolled and filled, it’s time to bake it to perfection:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Transfer the rolled stromboli onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Brush the top of the stromboli with olive oil or melted butter to promote a golden crust.
- Bake the stromboli for 20-25 minutes or until it turns golden brown and crispy.
Serving and Enjoying
Once the stromboli is baked, it’s time to slice and serve this delectable dish:
- Allow the stromboli to cool for a few minutes before cutting into slices.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the stromboli into desired portions.
- Serve the stromboli warm with marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
- Enjoy your homemade stromboli with frozen bread dough!
Now that you know how to make stromboli with frozen bread dough, you can impress your family and friends with this delicious Italian treat. Get creative with your fillings and enjoy the mouthwatering flavors of homemade stromboli!