Quick and Easy Italian Stromboli with Homemade Marinara Sauce

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Take your pizza night to the next level with this Italian stromboli, packed with melted mozzarella, pepperoni, and salami, all wrapped in a crispy golden crust. Paired with a rich, homemade marinara sauce made with Red Gold Whole Peeled Tomatoes, this easy recipe is perfect for family dinners, game day snacks, or any gathering where delicious, crowd-pleasing food is a must!

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Prep time: 20mins
Cook time: 25mins
Serves or Makes: 8 pieces

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ingredients

For the Homemade Marinara Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 (28 ounce) cans Red Gold Whole Peeled Tomatoes
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Fresh basil (optional), to taste
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

ingredients

For the Stromboli:

  • 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce, plus more for serving
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or 8 slices fresh mozzarella)
  • 8 slices of pepperoni
  • 8 slices of salami
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Method

To make the homemade marinara sauce:

  • Step 1

    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic and onion until translucent, about 3-5 minutes.

  • Step 2

    Season with salt, pepper, and oregano.

  • Step 3

    Dice the Red Gold Whole Peeled Tomatoes, then add them with their juices to the pot. Optionally, add the tomatoes whole and use a masher to break them up.

  • Step 4

    Lower the heat and simmer for 30 minutes to 1 hour, until sauce thickens to desired consistency. Stir in fresh basil if using, then remove from heat.

To make the stromboli:

  • Step 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  • Step 2

    On a floured surface, roll out pizza dough into a 12x14-inch rectangle.

  • Step 3

    Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.

  • Step 4

    Sprinkle mozzarella evenly over the sauce.

  • Step 5

    Layer pepperoni and salami slices over the cheese, then sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of Parmesan.

  • Step 6

    Carefully roll up the dough from one long side into a tight log, pinching edges to seal. Tuck in the ends.

  • Step 7

    Place the stromboli seam-side down on the baking sheet. Brush the top with olive oil, then sprinkle remaining Parmesan and Italian seasoning.

  • Step 8

    Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool slightly, then slice and serve with extra marinara for dipping.