Stromboli (food)

Overview of Stromboli (food).

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Stromboli is a type of turnover filled with various Italian cheeses (typically mozzarella) and usually Italian cold cuts or vegetables. The dough used is either Italian bread dough or pizza dough.

Stromboli was invented by Italian-Americans in the United States in the city of Philadelphia. The name comes from the Italian island of Stromboli.

History

Stromboli was invented in the United States in the 1950s. It was named after the Italian film Stromboli, directed by Roberto Rossellini, that was popular at the time.

Preparation

Stromboli is prepared with a dough, typically pizza dough, that is rolled out and then topped with various fillings. A traditional stromboli is filled with Italian cheeses like mozzarella, and Italian meats like salami, pepperoni, and ham. Some variations also include vegetables like bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms. The dough is then rolled into a log and baked.

Variations

There are many variations of stromboli. Some variations include different types of cheese, such as provolone or American cheese, and different types of meat, such as Italian sausage or chicken. Some strombolis also include pizza sauce or marinara sauce inside the stromboli or served on the side for dipping.

See also

• Calzone
• Italian cuisine
• List of stuffed dishes
• Pizza roll
• Sausage roll

External links

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