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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
2 cups pizza dough
2 cups mozzarella cheese
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1 cup pepperoni
2 cups spinach
1 cup mushrooms
1 cup bell peppers
1/2 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

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: provolone cheese

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

ricotta cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: cottage cheese

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: cream cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in calories and still creamy.

pepperoni

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: turkey pepperoni

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: salami

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

parmesan cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: nutritional yeast

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: grana padano

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

1

Begin with the world's easiest yeast dough.

2

Prepare a basic cheese and pepperoni stuffed calzone.

3

Add extras like spinach, olives, and sautรฉed onions as desired.

Cooking Techniques

mixingsautรฉingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlbaking sheetparchment paperrolling pin

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Stuffed PizzaFolded Pizza
Local Name: Calzoni

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