Ingredients

  • 28 ounces pizza dough (approximately two can of Pillsbury or any brand refrigerated dough, or even frozen dough)
  • 1 red pepper, cut in in thin strips
  • 1 green pepper, cut in thin strips
  • 1 1/2 lbs mushrooms (I prefer crimini, but button will work fine, thick sliced and roasted)
  • 1 Japanese eggplant, cut lengthwise diced
  • 1 medium white onion, cut in half sliced
  • 6 ounces mozzarella cheese, grated
  • 6 ounces parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon fresh basil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (to taste, I like to use a bit more)
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup olive oil (plus a little extra to brush on the crust to bake)

Method

  • Vegetables -- Mix all vegetables with the olive oil, salt and pepper, dried oregano, red pepper flakes and roast in a 375F oven. Roast for 20 minutes. Just until the vegetables begin to brown and they are tender. Remove and let cool. Then mix in the fresh basil and parsley.
  • Pizza dough -- roll out into 2 large rectangles about 18x12. I just roll mine on the counter with a little corn meal or flour on the counter so it doesn't stick.
  • Make the sandwiches -- Spread the vegetables over the two pizza crusts. Make sure to leave a 1" border around all sides. Top with the Parmesan and mozzarella and roll up. You are just making a log.
  • Baking -- I like to bake mine on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper so it doesn't stick. Make sure you slice 4 slices in the top of the stromboli before cooking and to brush with olive oil to make a golden brown crust. Bake at 400F for 30 minutes until golden brown and a light crunchy crust.
  • Let the stromboli rest a few minutes (5 minutes) before slicing. I cut each stromboli into 4 pieces. If you want, serve with some marinara on the side. Just enjoy!
  • Make a nice soup or salad and this is a great hearty dinner.