Homemade Calzones

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

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. On a lightly floured surface, divide the pizza dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a circle about 8 inches in diameter.
3. Spread a generous spoonful of pizza sauce on one half of each dough circle, leaving about an inch border around the edge.
4. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, followed by your desired toppings: pepperoni, bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms.
5. 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.
6. Brush the tops of the calzones with olive oil and sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper for added flavor.
7. Place the calzones on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and the cheese is melted inside.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing in half. Serve hot with extra pizza sauce for dipping.