Ingredients:
• 1 pound of dough
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup pizza sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped pepperoni
• 1/2 cup chopped ham
• 1/2 cup chopped mushrooms
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1 egg, beaten
Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F. Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
2. While the oven is preheating, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add in the onions, green bell pepper, and mushrooms. Cook until the onions are translucent and the vegetables have softened.
3. Add in the pepperoni and ham to the skillet with the vegetables and cook for 1-2 minutes more until they become slightly browned.
4. Remove the skillet from heat, add in the ricotta cheese and two cups of shredded mozzarella cheese. Mix all the ingredients well.
5. Dust some flour on your working surface and roll out the pizza dough using a rolling pin. You want the dough to be in an oval shape, and about 1/4 inch thick.
6. Spread the pizza sauce on one side of the rolled-out dough.
7. Using a spoon, place the cheese and meat mixture in the middle of the pizza dough, leaving about an inch from the edges empty.
8. Fold the dough in half and press the edges to seal it. Once sealed, use a fork to crimp and seal the edges even further.
9. Brush the top of the calzone with the beaten egg.
10. Use a sharp knife and make four slits on the top to allow the steam to vent.
11. Bake the stuffed calzones for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
12. Once done, remove them from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before cutting.
Serve the calzones hot with some extra pizza sauce on the side.
Conclusion:
Stuffed Calzones are a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. This recipe is a great starting point, but feel free to experiment with different types of fillings. From spinach and feta to barbecue chicken, the possibilities are endless. Get creative with your toppings and enjoy a fresh calzone in no time!