Calzone Recipe
Make Calzone Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a bowl, combine warm water (1.5 cups), sugar (1 tsp), and active dry yeast (2 tsp). Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour (4 cups) and salt (1 tsp). Mix well.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and add the frothy yeast mixture along with olive oil (2 tbs). Mix until a dough starts to form.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Prepare Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese (1 cup), shredded mozzarella cheese (2 cups), grated parmesan cheese (0.5 cup), fresh spinach (2 cups), cooked and crumbled Italian sausage (1 cup), dried oregano (1 tsp), black pepper (0.5 tsp), and salt (0.5 tsp). Mix thoroughly until well combined.
Assembly and Baking
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 7
Divide and Roll Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a circle about 10 inches in diameter on a floured surface.
- 8
Fill Calzones
On one half of each dough circle, place a generous amount of filling. Leave about an inch of space around the edge. Fold the other half of the dough over the filling and press the edges to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative finish.
- 9
Prepare for Baking
Place the calzones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with olive oil (2 tbs) and sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese (0.25 cup) and dried oregano (1 tsp).
- 10
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- 11
Cool and Serve
Remove the calzones from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
