Baked Meat Roll

 Ingredients:

– **For the Dough:**
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup water
– 1/4 cup olive oil

– **For the Filling:**
– 1 pound ground beef or lamb
– 1 small onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
– 1 egg, lightly beaten

– **For the Topping:**
– 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
– 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
– 1/4 cup grated mozzarella or cheddar cheese (optional)

 Instructions:

1. **Prepare the Dough:**
– In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the water and olive oil.
– Mix until a dough forms. Knead on a lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rest while preparing the filling.

2. **Prepare the Filling:**
– In a large skillet, cook the ground meat over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
– Add the onion and garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened.
– Remove from heat and stir in breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Let cool slightly.
– Mix in the beaten egg until well combined.

3. **Assemble the Roll:**
– Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
– Roll out the dough into a rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
– Spread the meat mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
– Roll up the dough tightly, starting from one of the long sides, to form a log. Pinch the seams to seal.
– Place the roll seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

4. **Bake the Roll:**
– Brush the roll with the beaten egg wash.
– Sprinkle with chopped parsley and cheese if using.
– Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
– Let cool slightly before slicing into pieces.

5. **Serve:**
– Serve warm, with your favorite dipping sauce or a side salad.

Enjoy your delicious meat roll! If you have any specific preferences or additional ingredients you’d like to include, let me know, and I can adjust the recipe accordingly.