calzone recipe

Ingredients

• 1 package (16 ounces) pizza dough
• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 pound Italian sausage, removed from casing
• 1/2 cup marinara sauce
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a saucepan, cook sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
3. In a bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, oregano, and garlic powder.
4. Roll out pizza dough into 12-inch circles.
5. Spread 2 tablespoons of marinara sauce on each dough circle.
6. Top with ricotta cheese mixture and cooked sausage.
7. Fold dough in half to form a half-moon shape. Crimp edges with a fork to seal.
8. Brush edges with beaten egg.
9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Notes

• For a crispier crust, place calzones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• You can add other fillings like pepperoni, mushrooms, or spinach.
• Store leftover calzones in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To prevent soggy calzones, pre-cook any vegetables like mushrooms before adding them to the filling.