A delicious twist on the classic stromboli, filled with a blend of cheeses, savory ham, and fresh herbs, baked to golden perfection.
Preheat your oven to 450°F with a pizza stone inside. If you don't have a stone, use a baking sheet.
Preheating the stone ensures a crispy crust, mimicking a professional pizza oven.
Sprinkle some flour on your work surface and roll out the pizza dough into a 10x14 inch rectangle using a rolling pin.
Let the dough sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before rolling to make it more pliable.
Layer the ham, mushrooms, onion, and shredded cheeses evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
Distribute the ingredients evenly to ensure every slice is flavorful.
Sprinkle the fresh herbs over the fillings.
Chop the herbs finely to release their aroma and flavor.
Starting from one end, roll the dough tightly into a log. Pinch the edges to seal.
Roll tightly to prevent the fillings from spilling out during baking.
Sprinkle cornmeal on a pizza paddle and place the stromboli on it, seam-side down.
Cornmeal prevents sticking and adds a nice texture to the crust.
Brush the stromboli with olive oil using a pastry brush.
Brushing with oil helps achieve a golden, crispy crust.
Carefully transfer the stromboli to the preheated pizza stone and reduce the oven temperature to 400°F. Bake for 35 minutes.
Use a pizza paddle or a flat baking sheet to transfer the stromboli easily.
Remove the stromboli from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Resting allows the cheese to set slightly, making slicing easier.
Slice the stromboli with a serrated knife and serve warm.
A serrated knife ensures clean cuts without squishing the stromboli.
