Italian Breakfast Delight Calzones
Indulge in a delicious fusion of flavors with these Italian Breakfast Delight Calzones. Perfectly embraced in flaky Pillsbury Grands! biscuit dough, these calzones are filled to the brim with a savory combination of crispy Italian sausage, creamy scrambled eggs, tender baked potatoes, and a luscious blend of mozzarella and blue cheese. Enhanced with fresh parsley and green onions, each bite offers a mouthwatering experience that’s satisfying enough for any breakfast table. With minimal prep time and the ease of assembly, you can impress your family or guests with this gourmet breakfast that tastes like it took hours to prepare!
4
Servings
210
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Pillsbury refrigerated biscuits
1 (16 1/3 ounce) can (8 Grands)
Baking potato
1 large (Scrubbed and cooked)
Italian sausage
6 ounces (Lightly browned)
Eggs
2 (Scrambled with milk)
Milk
2 tablespoons (Mixed with eggs)
Butter
3 tablespoons (Divided, with 1 tablespoon melted for brushing)
Pre-shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup (For filling)
Blue cheese
2 ounces (Crumble for filling)
Salt
To taste (For seasoning)
Fresh ground pepper
To taste (For seasoning)
Fresh parsley
As needed (Snipped for garnish)
Green onion
As needed (Chopped for garnish)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
12.5
Fat
15.5
Carbs
10.5
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Italian Breakfast Delight Calzone?
It is a savory breakfast turnover made with Pillsbury Grands! biscuit dough filled with Italian sausage, eggs, potatoes, mozzarella, and blue cheese.
What kind of dough is used for this recipe?
The recipe uses one 16 1/3 ounce can of Pillsbury refrigerated Grands! biscuits.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
What type of meat is included in the filling?
The filling includes 6 ounces of lightly browned Italian sausage.
How many eggs are required?
You will need 2 eggs scrambled with milk for the filling.
What specific cheeses are used in these calzones?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of pre-shredded mozzarella cheese and 2 ounces of crumbled blue cheese.
Does this recipe include potatoes?
Yes, it includes one large baking potato that has been scrubbed and cooked.
How many calories are in a serving?
Each serving contains approximately 210 calories.
Is this recipe suitable for brunch?
Yes, it is tagged specifically for both breakfast and brunch occasions.
How should the potato be prepared?
The large baking potato should be scrubbed and fully cooked before being added to the filling.
How much Italian sausage is needed?
The recipe requires 6 ounces of Italian sausage.
What is the purpose of the milk in the recipe?
The 2 tablespoons of milk are mixed and scrambled with the eggs.
How much mozzarella cheese should I use?
You should use 1 cup of pre-shredded mozzarella cheese.
How much blue cheese is added to the filling?
The recipe uses 2 ounces of crumbled blue cheese.
How is the butter used in this recipe?
3 tablespoons of butter are used in total, with 1 tablespoon melted specifically for brushing the dough.
What garnishes are recommended for the calzones?
The calzones are garnished with snipped fresh parsley and chopped green onions.
Is this recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, it is tagged as an 'easy meal' and uses refrigerated dough to simplify preparation.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving provides 10.5 grams of protein.
How much fat is in one serving?
There are 12.5 grams of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate count for these calzones?
There are 15.5 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What brand of biscuits does the recipe recommend?
The recipe specifically recommends Pillsbury Grands! refrigerated biscuits.
How many biscuits are in the recommended can?
The 16 1/3 ounce can contains 8 Grands biscuits.
How should the Italian sausage be prepared before assembly?
The Italian sausage should be lightly browned before being added to the calzone filling.
How are the eggs prepared for the filling?
The eggs are scrambled together with 2 tablespoons of milk.
What seasonings are used in this dish?
The filling is seasoned with salt and fresh ground pepper to taste.
Is this a family-friendly recipe?
Yes, the recipe is tagged as family-friendly and is designed to satisfy a variety of tastes.
What is the main category of this recipe?
The recipe is categorized under Breakfast.
What is the fiber content of this recipe?
The fiber content is not specified in the provided nutritional data.
What is the sugar content of this recipe?
The sugar content is not specified in the provided nutritional data.
What makes this a fusion dish?
It combines traditional Italian flavors like sausage and mozzarella with American breakfast staples like eggs and biscuits.