Mini Calzoni Fritti

ricotta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in fat and calories while still providing creaminess.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: provolone cheese

Part-skim mozzarella has less fat, while provolone can be more affordable.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free option, while pecorino is often less expensive.

pepperoni

🥗Healthier: turkey pepperoni

💰Cheaper: salami

Turkey pepperoni is lower in fat, while salami can be a more budget-friendly option.

Prepare pizza dough by rolling it out on a floured surface into circles.

Mix ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, and black pepper in a bowl.

Add chopped spinach and minced garlic to the cheese mixture and combine well.

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

Add slices of pepperoni on top of the cheese mixture.

Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and press the edges to seal.

Brush the tops with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and oregano.

Place the calzones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Bake the calzones for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.

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