Ultimate Cheesy Meat Stromboli

This homemade Stromboli is packed with layers of savory deli meats, gooey provolone cheese, and wrapped in a crisp, golden pizza crust. Brushed with garlic herb butter and baked to perfection, it is the ultimate comfort food for movie nights, parties, or weekend dinners!

• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Cook time: 20-25 minutes
• Total time: 40 minutes
• Yields: 4-6 servings

Ingredients

The Base & Filling:

• Pizza Dough: 1 tube refrigerated pizza dough (e.g., Pillsbury Classic Crust)
• Cheese: 8 slices Provolone cheese
• Ham: 8 slices deli ham
• Salami: 10 slices Genoa salami
• Pepperoni: 12 slices pepperoni

The Garlic Butter Glaze & Topping:

• Butter: 2 tablespoons melted butter
• Garlic: 1-2 cloves garlic, finely minced
• Parsley: 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
• Grated Cheese: 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

For Serving:

• Marinara Sauce: 1 cup warm pizza or marinara sauce (for dipping)

Instructions

Step 1: Prep and Roll Out the Dough

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Unroll the refrigerated pizza dough onto the prepared baking sheet, gently pressing and stretching it out into a large, even rectangle.

Step 2: Layer the Filling

1. The Cheese: Arrange the 8 slices of provolone cheese evenly over the dough, leaving about a 1-inch border along the edges.
2. The Meats: Layer the deli ham slices over the cheese. Next, add an even layer of Genoa salami, and finally, top it off with the pepperoni slices.

Step 3: Roll and Slit

1. Starting from one of the long sides, carefully and tightly roll the dough up into a log shape (like a jelly roll), keeping the fillings tucked in.
2. Pinch the final seam and the ends tightly to seal the dough so the cheese doesn’t leak out during baking. Turn the roll so it sits seam-side down on the baking sheet.
3. Using a sharp knife, cut diagonal slits across the top of the dough (about 1–2 inches apart). This allows steam to escape while baking.

Step 4: Glaze and Bake

1. In a small bowl, mix the 2 tablespoons of melted butter with the minced garlic and a pinch of chopped parsley.
2. Use a pastry brush to generously coat the entire top and sides of the Stromboli with the garlic butter.
3. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the crust is deeply golden-brown and crisp.

Step 5: Garnish, Slice, and Serve

1. Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle the top with the grated Parmesan cheese and the remaining fresh parsley.
2. Let it rest for 5 minutes so the melted cheese can set slightly, making it easier to slice.
3. Slice into thick pieces and serve warm with a side of marinara sauce for dipping!