Calzone

Why Make This Recipe

Calzone is a delicious Italian dish that is like a pizza folded in half. It is great for a cozy dinner or a fun gathering with friends. You can customize the filling to suit your taste, making it perfect for everyone. Plus, it’s simple to make and comes together in a short time.

Making calzones at home is a wonderful way to enjoy this classic dish. They are filled with cheesy goodness and various toppings, wrapped in a soft dough. You can make them with the vegetables you love or add your favorite meats, making them a hit for any meal.

How to Make Calzone

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
• 3/4 cup warm water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 2 cups spinach, cooked and chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. In a bowl, combine the flour, salt, sugar, yeast, warm water, and olive oil. Knead to form a dough. Cover the bowl and let it rise for 1 hour.
2. Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).
3. In a pan, sauté the garlic for a minute, then add the mushrooms and spinach. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Roll out the dough and cut it into circles.
5. On one half of each circle, add ricotta, mozzarella, and the mushroom-spinach mixture.
6. Fold the dough over to cover the filling and seal the edges by pressing down firmly.
7. Place the calzones on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
8. Serve warm and enjoy!

How to Serve Calzone

Serve calzones warm, straight from the oven. You can offer marinara or pizza sauce on the side for dipping. They are great as a main dish or a fun appetizer for parties.

How to Store Calzone

If you have leftovers, let them cool completely. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. You can also freeze them for up to a month. To reheat, simply bake them in the oven until warm.

Tips to Make Calzone

• Make sure your water is warm but not hot to help the yeast activate properly.
• Try adding other fillings, like pepperoni or bell peppers, to mix things up.
• Ensure the edges are sealed well to prevent the filling from leaking out during baking.

Variation

You can change up the ingredients based on what you have at home. For a meat lover’s calzone, add cooked sausage or pepperoni. For a vegetarian twist, use different vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.

FAQs

1. Can I use store-bought dough for calzone?
Yes, using store-bought pizza dough can save time. Just roll it out and follow the rest of the instructions.

2. What can I serve with calzones?
Calzones go well with salads, garlic bread, and dipping sauces like marinara or ranch.

3. Can I make calzones ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare and fill the calzones, then refrigerate them. Bake just before serving for the best results.

Calzone

• Author: bennacer-blogbrandinggmail-com
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 80 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Italian
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

A delicious Italian calzone filled with cheesy goodness and vegetables, perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings.

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Ingredients

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• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
• 3/4 cup warm water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 2 cups spinach, cooked and chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

1. Combine the flour, salt, sugar, yeast, warm water, and olive oil in a bowl. Knead to form a dough. Cover the bowl and let it rise for 60 minutes.
2. Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).
3. Sauté the garlic for a minute in a pan, then add mushrooms and spinach. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Roll out the dough and cut it into circles.
5. Add ricotta, mozzarella, and the mushroom-spinach mixture to one half of each circle.
6. Fold the dough over to cover the filling and seal the edges by pressing down firmly.
7. Place the calzones on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
8. Serve warm and enjoy!

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Notes

Serve with marinara or pizza sauce for dipping. Great as a main dish or appetizer.

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Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 serving
• Calories: 350
• Sugar: 2g
• Sodium: 400mg
• Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Fiber: 3g
• Protein: 15g
• Cholesterol: 35mg