panzerotto fritto

ricotta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Cottage cheese provides a lower-fat option with similar texture.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: provolone cheese

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while still melting well.

cooked sausage

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Grilled chicken offers a leaner protein option.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point and is healthier.

Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface until thin.

Cut dough into circles using a large glass or cutter.

Mix ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, cooked sausage, spinach, and egg in a bowl until combined.

Spoon filling onto one half of each dough circle, leaving edges clear.

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

Heat olive oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Carefully lower calzones into the hot oil, a few at a time.

Fry calzones until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove calzones and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Serve warm with tomato sauce for dipping, garnished with basil.

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