Broccoli and cheese stromboli is a delicious dish that combines the savory flavors of broccoli and melted cheese wrapped in a warm, crispy dough. Here’s a simple recipe to make your own:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups chopped broccoli florets, blanched
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped onions (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Marinara sauce for dipping (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare the filling: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped onions (if using), sauté until fragrant and onions are translucent.
- Add the broccoli: Add the blanched broccoli florets to the skillet and sauté for a few minutes until they are tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Roll out the dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle, about 12×16 inches.
- Add the filling: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the dough, leaving about an inch border around the edges. Then spread the cooked broccoli mixture evenly over the cheese. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Roll it up: Starting from one of the longer sides, tightly roll up the dough, jelly-roll style, enclosing the filling. Pinch the seams and ends to seal.
- Bake: Place the stromboli seam side down on the prepared baking sheet. Make a few slits on top of the dough to allow steam to escape while baking. Brush the top with a little olive oil. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Let the stromboli cool for a few minutes before slicing it into pieces. Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping, if desired.
Enjoy your delicious broccoli and cheese stromboli!
