Ground Beef Roll Recipe
Ground beef, marinara, and mozzarella blend rolled in our fresh dough; BBQ or marinara on side
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Sauce (optional)
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast on top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough
In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Cook Ground Beef
In a skillet over medium heat, add ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 8-10 minutes.
- 6
Add Seasonings
Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- 7
Mix in Marinara and Cheese
Remove from heat and mix in the marinara sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese until well combined.
Assembly and Baking
- 8
Roll Out Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle (about 12x16 inches).
- 9
Add Filling
Spread the beef mixture evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 10
Roll and Seal
Starting from one edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Pinch the edges to seal and tuck the ends under.
- 11
Bake
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the roll seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- 12
Serve
Let the roll cool for a few minutes, then slice into pieces. Serve with BBQ sauce or marinara for dipping.