Are you tired of the same old pizza toppings? Why not try making a calzone? This delicious Italian dish is similar to pizza, but instead of being flat, it’s folded into a pocket shape. Calzones are a great option for lunch or dinner, and they’re easy to make at home! In this article, we’ll be sharing a calzone recipe that’s sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Calzones Recipe
A calzone is a pizza dough that’s rolled out, stuffed with your favorite pizza-like fillings, wrapped up, and baked. Oftentimes it’s served with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.Calzones are a family favorite for dinner. They’re easy to make at home these calzones are great to keep in the freezer for a quick meal at a moment's notice. Bake all 8 at once, or just a couple, depending on how many you need.
Ingredients
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1 egg beaten
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface until it’s about 1/4 inch thick. You can also use pre-made pizza dough if you’re short on time.
- Spread the marinara sauce evenly over one half of the dough, leaving about 1 inch of space around the edges.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the marinara sauce.
- Add the sliced pepperoni, chopped bell pepper, sliced mushrooms, chopped onion, and fresh basil on top of the cheese.
- Fold the other half of the dough over the toppings and pinch the edges together to seal the calzone.
- Brush the beaten egg over the top of the calzone to give it a shiny and golden crust.
- Use a sharp knife to make a few small slits on top of the calzone to allow steam to escape while it bakes.
- Bake the calzone in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
Making a calzone at home is a great way to switch up your regular pizza routine. This recipe is easy to customize, so feel free to experiment with different toppings and fillings. You can even make mini calzones for a party or get-together! Give this recipe a try and let us know how it turns out.
