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Homemade Calzones

Name: Homemade Calzones
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Black pepper', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Italian seasoning', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Olive oil', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Mushrooms', 'amount': '1 cup, sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Onions', 'amount': '1/2 cup, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Bell peppers', 'amount': '1 cup, diced (any color)'}; {'ingredient': 'Pepperoni', 'amount': '1 cup, sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Mozzarella cheese', 'amount': '2 cups, shredded'}; {'ingredient': 'Pizza sauce', 'amount': '1 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Pizza dough', 'amount': '1 pound (store-bought or homemade)'}

Sink your teeth into these delectable homemade calzones, a delightful twist on traditional pizza. Originating from Naples, Italy, calzones are like pizza folded in half, bursting with gooey cheese, savory meats, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for a family dinner or a cozy night in, these calzones are customizable to suit your tastes and are sure to impress your guests!

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Salt (to taste)
Black pepper (to taste)
Italian seasoning (1 teaspoon)
Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
Mushrooms (1 cup, sliced)
Onions (1/2 cup, diced)
Bell peppers (1 cup, diced (any color))
Pepperoni (1 cup, sliced)
Mozzarella cheese (2 cups, shredded)
Pizza sauce (1 cup)
Pizza dough (1 pound (store-bought or homemade))

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
On a lightly floured surface, divide the pizza dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a circle about 8 inches in diameter.
Spread a generous spoonful of pizza sauce on one half of each dough circle, leaving about an inch border around the edge.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, followed by your desired toppings: pepperoni, bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms.
Carefully fold the other half of the dough over the toppings, creating a half-moon shape. Press the edges firmly to seal, ensuring no filling escapes.
Brush the tops of the calzones with olive oil and sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper for added flavor.
Place the calzones on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and the cheese is melted inside.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing in half. Serve hot with extra pizza sauce for dipping.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 25 minutes • Calories: 450 • Fat: 22g • Carbs: 40g • Protein: 20g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 3g

Homemade Calzones

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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