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Calzones

Cultural Context

Originating from Naples, calzones are a beloved Italian dish that reflects the country's rich culinary traditions. Traditionally, they are filled with cheese, meats, and vegetables, making them a hearty meal. In modern times, calzones have gained popularity worldwide, often featured in pizzerias and Italian restaurants, with variations that cater to local tastes.

ItalianITmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb pizza dough
2 cups mozzarella cheese
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
4 oz pepperoni
2 cups spinach
1 cup mushrooms
1 cup bell peppers
1 cup onions
2 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 egg
1 tablespoon basil
1 tablespoon oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: provolone cheese

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

ricotta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in calories and still creamy.

pepperoni

🥗Healthier: turkey pepperoni

💰Cheaper: salami

Turkey pepperoni is leaner, while salami is often more affordable.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grana padano

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free, while grana padano is a less expensive cheese.

1

Prepare pizza dough and let it rise until doubled, about 1 hour.

2

Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).

3

In a bowl, combine mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, and season with salt and black pepper.

4

Sauté garlic, onions, and bell peppers in olive oil until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

5

Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes; remove from heat.

6

Mix the sautéed vegetables with the cheese mixture and add pepperoni and herbs.

7

Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into circles, about 8 inches in diameter.

8

Spoon the filling onto one half of each dough circle, leaving a border.

9

Fold the other half over the filling and pinch the edges to seal tightly.

10

Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.

11

Cut small slits in the top to allow steam to escape.

12

Place calzones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

13

Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.

14

Let cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Stuffed PizzaFolded Pizza
Local Name: Calzoni

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