Description
This Sourdough Discard Italian Stromboli is a delicious twist on the classic stuffed bread roll, featuring a tangy sourdough discard crust and packed with Italian meats, cheeses, and herbs.
Ingredients
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- For the Dough:
- 1 cup sourdough discard (unfed)
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp instant yeast
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1/2 cup warm water (plus more if needed)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- For the Filling:
- 1/2 cup marinara or pizza sauce (plus more for dipping)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced provolone cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1/2 cup salami or ham, thinly sliced
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine sourdough discard, flour, yeast, salt, sugar, warm water, and olive oil. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead on a floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add a little more water or flour as needed.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Punch down dough and roll into a rectangle (about 10×14 inches) on a lightly floured surface.
- Spread sauce down the center, then layer meats and cheeses evenly. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
- Fold in sides, then roll up tightly from the long edge like a jelly roll. Place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- Brush with beaten egg and make a few small slits on top to vent.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Cool slightly, slice, and serve with extra sauce.
Notes
- Let the dough rest overnight in the fridge for deeper sourdough flavor.
- Customize with your favorite fillings like spinach, olives, or roasted peppers.
- Freezes well after baking—wrap tightly and reheat in the oven to crisp.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of loaf)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 45mg