Stromboli
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Stromboli is a savory, baked turnover made from pizza dough, typically filled with Italian cheeses like mozzarella, various cured meats such as salami or pepperoni, and sometimes vegetables like peppers or onions. The dough is rolled up around the filling, baked until golden, and often served with a side of marinara sauce for dipping. It originated in the United States, specifically in the Philadelphia area, and is named after the Italian volcano Mount Stromboli.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Stromboli is generally high in carbohydrates from the dough and fat from the cheese and meats, making it a calorie-dense meal. A typical serving (about one-quarter of a large Stromboli) can range from 400 to 600 calories, providing a good amount of protein from the fillings, along with calcium from the cheese and iron from the flour.
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Stromboli is a classic example of Italian-American cuisine, invented in the 1950s and named after the 1950 Roberto Rossellini film 'Stromboli,' which itself was named after the volcanic island. Nutritionally, its hearty composition makes it a popular comfort food, often enjoyed as a shareable appetizer or a substantial main dish in pizzerias and delis.