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Calzone

Calzone

Folded pizza stuffed with cheese, meat, and vegetables. Italian-American creation - like a pizza you can hold in your hand.

20
Prep (min)
15
Cook (min)
35
Total (min)
4
Servings
Health Score75/100

Ingredients

  • 500 g Pizza dough
  • 200 g Ricotta
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 200 g Mozzarella
  • 100 g Pepperoni
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp Pepper
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 1 medium Onion

Instructions

  1. 1

    Let pizza dough come to room temperature for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C).

    💡 Room temperature dough is easier to roll and creates a better texture.

  2. 2

    Roll dough into a large oval, about 12 inches long.

    💡 Roll dough thin for crispier crust and seal edges with fork tines.

  3. 3

    Spread marinara sauce on one half. Add mozzarella, pepperoni, mushrooms, and herbs.

    💡 Roll dough thin for crispier crust and seal edges with fork tines.

  4. 4

    Fold dough over filling. Crimp edges with a fork to seal. Cut 3 slits on top for steam.

    💡 Roll dough thin for crispier crust and seal edges with fork tines.

  5. 5

    Brush with olive oil. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.

    💡 Roll dough thin for crispier crust and seal edges with fork tines.

  6. 6

    Let rest 2 minutes. Serve with extra marinara sauce for dipping.

    💡 Roll dough thin for crispier crust and seal edges with fork tines.