Spicy Rustic Meat Lover's Stromboli
Indulge in a hearty feast with this Spicy Rustic Meat Lover's Stromboli, crafted for those who crave robust flavors and a satisfying bite. This hefty and spicy dish combines smoky sausage, zesty pepperoni, and roasted red peppers, all encased in a perfectly baked crust. Finished with a fiery habanero cheese and a sprinkle of chili flakes, it's a caloric delight designed to fill the bellies of even the hungriest men. And if you prefer a milder flavor, simply swap in sweet sausage and mild cheese. Paired with a side of warm pizza sauce for dipping, this stromboli is bound to become a favorite at your next gathering!
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Servings
300
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
pizza dough
1 lb (rolled out)
pizza sauce
1/2 cup (spread evenly)
hot sausage
2 links (cooked and sliced)
pepperoni
1/2 cup (sliced)
roasted red pepper
1/2 cup (sliced)
mushroom with onions
1/2 cup (sautéed)
habanero pepper cheese
8 ounces (shredded)
dried Italian herb seasoning
1 teaspoon (sprinkled over)
garlic cloves
2 (thinly sliced)
chili pepper flakes
to taste (for sprinkling)
grated cheese
for topping (to taste)
olive oil
for brushing (to finish)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 14-inch circle, ensuring it's even in thickness.
3
Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 2-inch border around the edges.
4
Layer the cooked and sliced hot sausage over the sauce, followed by the sliced pepperoni, roasted red peppers, sautéed mushrooms with onions, and sliced garlic.
5
Sprinkle the habanero cheese generously across the top of the ingredients, followed by the dried Italian herbs and a dash of chili pepper flakes for an extra kick.
6
Gently fold the edges of the dough over the filling, creating a rustic seal – ensure it's not completely closed to allow steam to escape.
7
Top the folded edges with a sprinkle of chili pepper flakes and grated cheese for added flavor and texture.
8
Place the stromboli on a lightly greased baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
9
Once baked, remove from the oven and generously brush the top with olive oil for a glossy finish.
10
Serve your Spicy Rustic Meat Lover's Stromboli warm with a side of extra pizza sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Information
20g
Fat
22.5g
Carbs
11.875g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Spicy Rustic Meat Lover's Stromboli?
It is a hearty dish featuring smoky sausage, zesty pepperoni, roasted red peppers, and habanero cheese encased in a rustic baked crust.
How many calories are in this stromboli?
There are 300 calories per serving.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 425°F (220°C).
How large should the pizza dough be rolled?
Roll the dough into a 14-inch circle with even thickness.
What meats are included in this recipe?
The recipe includes cooked hot sausage links and sliced pepperoni.
How can I make this stromboli milder?
You can swap the hot sausage for sweet sausage and use a mild cheese instead of habanero cheese.
What type of cheese provides the spicy kick?
Shredded habanero pepper cheese is used for extra heat.
How long does the stromboli need to bake?
It should bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Should the stromboli be completely sealed?
No, you should create a rustic seal that is not completely closed to allow steam to escape during baking.
What is applied to the crust after baking?
The top should be generously brushed with olive oil for a glossy finish.
What vegetables are inside the stromboli?
The filling includes roasted red peppers, thinly sliced garlic, and sautéed mushrooms with onions.
Is there a recommended dipping sauce?
Yes, it is best served with a side of warm pizza sauce for dipping.
How much protein is in one serving?
Each serving contains 11.875g of protein.
What seasoning is used for the filling?
Dried Italian herb seasoning and chili pepper flakes are used.
How much fat is in this dish?
The dish contains 20g of fat per serving.
How much pizza sauce is used inside the dough?
1/2 cup of pizza sauce is spread evenly over the dough.
How do I prepare the garlic?
The 2 garlic cloves should be thinly sliced before being added to the filling.
What is the serving size for this recipe?
The specific serving size is not specified, but the recipe uses 1 lb of dough.
How many grams of carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 22.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the purpose of the 2-inch border?
Leaving a 2-inch border around the edges allows you to fold the dough over the filling to create the seal.
How much cheese is used inside the stromboli?
8 ounces of shredded habanero pepper cheese are used.
What kind of mushrooms are used?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of sautéed mushrooms with onions.
When do I add the chili pepper flakes?
Add them inside over the cheese for heat and on the folded edges before baking for texture.
Can I use store-bought pizza dough?
Yes, the recipe uses 1 lb of rolled out pizza dough.
What makes this stromboli 'rustic'?
The 'rustic' nature comes from the loose folding of the edges and the partially open seal.
What topping is added besides olive oil?
Grated cheese and chili pepper flakes are added to the edges before baking.
How much Italian herb seasoning is needed?
You will need 1 teaspoon of dried Italian herb seasoning.
Is the sausage added raw?
No, the hot sausage should be cooked and sliced before being layered into the dough.
What is the total ingredient count?
There are 12 ingredients in this recipe.
Should I grease the baking sheet?
Yes, the stromboli should be placed on a lightly greased baking sheet.