The Vegetarian Calzone Recipe
Pizza Sauce, Pizza Cheese, Tomatoes, Onions, Mushrooms, Black Olives and Green Peppers.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (about 110°F or 43°C) and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast on top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it is frothy.
- 2
Mix the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the olive oil and the activated yeast mixture. Stir until a dough begins to form.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. Place it in a greased bowl, cover it with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Filling Preparation
- 4
Prepare the Filling
While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. In a mixing bowl, combine the pizza sauce, diced tomatoes, diced onions, sliced mushrooms, sliced black olives, and diced green peppers. Mix until well combined.
Assembling the Calzone
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 6
Roll Out the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal portions. Roll out each portion into a circle about 10 inches in diameter.
- 7
Fill the Calzone
On one half of each dough circle, spread a layer of pizza sauce, then sprinkle a generous amount of mozzarella cheese. Add a portion of the prepared filling mixture over the cheese.
- 8
Seal the Calzone
Fold the other half of the dough over the filling and press the edges to seal. You can crimp the edges with a fork or twist them to ensure they are tightly closed.
- 9
Bake the Calzone
Place the calzones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Optional: Brush the tops with a little olive oil and cut a few slits in the top for steam to escape. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Serving
- 10
Serve Hot
Remove the calzones from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Serve hot with extra pizza sauce for dipping.
