Teresa's Recipes
Authentic Italian Calzone
This recipe brings the true taste of Italy to your kitchen. A delightful folded pizza, or 'Calzone', is generously filled with a savory blend of cheese, rich sauce, and a medley of toppings. Every bite will transport you to a small Italian trattoria, where the aroma of fresh baked dough wafts from the oven, and the simple joy of good food is celebrated.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon, or to taste Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon, or to taste Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup, sliced Mushrooms
- 1 cup, chopped Onions
- 1 cup, chopped Bell peppers
- 1 cup, sliced Pepperoni
- 2 cups, shredded Mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Pizza sauce
- 1 pound Pizza dough
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Calories: 600
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 70g
- Protein: 30g
- Sodium: 1300mg
- Sugar: 10g
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a large circle or rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.
- Spread the pizza sauce evenly over half of the dough, leaving about 1 inch border around the edges for sealing later.
- Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- Distribute your toppings - pepperoni, bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms - evenly over the cheese layer.
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the toppings.
- Fold the other half of the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape (for a circle) or a rectangle. Press the edges together to seal, and crimp with a fork for a better seal.
- Brush the top of the calzone with olive oil, then sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Carefully transfer the calzone to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the calzone is golden brown, and the cheese inside is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your bite of Italy!