Margherita Stromboli

Ingredients

• 1 lb Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
• 1/2 cup Marinara or tomato sauce
• 8 oz Fresh mozzarella, shredded
• 1/4 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1/2 tsp Garlic powder(optional)
• 1/4 tsp Salt(optional)
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.

2. 2

   In a bowl, mix tomato sauce with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper (if using).

3. 3

   On a lightly floured surface, roll pizza dough into a rectangle about 10x14 inches. Spread sauce in an even layer, leaving a 1-inch border. Sprinkle mozzarella over the sauce and scatter basil on top.

4. 4

   Roll the dough tightly into a log (jelly-roll style), seam-side down. Brush lightly with olive oil.

5. 5

   Bake for 20 minutes, until deep golden and cooked through. Rest 5 minutes, then slice and serve.