Cheesy Sloppy Joe Stromboli (Printer-Friendly)
Ground beef and Colby cheese wrapped in pizza dough, baked golden with a buttery crust and savory tang.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meat and Aromatics
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1 lb ground beef, drained
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1 medium yellow onion, diced (about 1 cup)
→ Cheese
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2 cups shredded Colby cheese
→ Dough and Baking
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1 refrigerated pizza dough crust (approximately 375 g)
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
→ Sauce and Seasonings
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1/2 cup tomato sauce
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1/4 cup ketchup
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1 tablespoon yellow mustard
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1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed
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1 teaspoon beef bouillon powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
# Steps to Follow:
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In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onion until translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add ground beef and cook, stirring frequently and breaking apart the meat, until no longer pink, about 7 to 10 minutes. Drain excess fat thoroughly.
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Stir in Worcestershire sauce, beef bouillon powder, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add tomato sauce, ketchup, mustard, and brown sugar, mixing thoroughly until fully incorporated. Adjust seasoning to taste. Allow the filling to cool until warm but not hot to avoid melting the dough.
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Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it. Unroll the pizza dough and gently stretch it into an even rectangular shape. Sprinkle half of the shredded Colby cheese evenly over the dough, leaving a 2.5 cm (1 inch) border along the edges.
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Spread the cooled sloppy joe filling evenly over the cheese layer. Top with the remaining shredded Colby cheese, distributing it uniformly.
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Fold the dough edges inward slightly overlapping, pinching the ends or folding under to seal the sides securely. Using a sharp knife, cut 4 to 5 small slits atop the dough to allow steam to escape during baking. Brush the entire surface with melted butter for a golden, flavorful crust.
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Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (218°C) for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the crust is deep golden and sounds hollow when tapped. Let rest briefly before slicing into pieces and serving warm.
# Helpful Hints:
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Allow the filling to cool to warm before assembly to prevent dough softening and ensure easy handling.
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Brushing the crust with melted butter before baking enhances browning and adds a rich flavor.
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Seal dough edges firmly to avoid leaks and maintain shape during baking.