Ultimate Calzones Delight
Elevate your dinner experience with these delightful Ultimate Calzones! Perfectly crispy on the outside and bursting with savory goodness on the inside, these calzones are a delightful twist on traditional pizza. Stuffed with a medley of fresh mushrooms, green peppers, and zesty Italian sausage, each bite is a delicious explosion of flavors. Customizable to suit any palate, they can be filled with your favorite ingredients and topped with a generous amount of gooey mozzarella cheese for the ultimate comfort food. Serve them with your preferred marinara or Ragu sauce for an impressive and satisfying meal that’s sure to impress family and friends alike!
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
17
Ingredients
Ingredients
Yeast
1 package (Dissolved in warm water)
Sugar
1 tablespoon (Mixed into the yeast mixture)
Oil
2 tablespoons (Mixed into the dough)
Salt
1 teaspoon (Added to the flour mixture)
Flour
2 3/4 cups (Used to create dough)
Mushrooms
1 can (Drained and chopped)
Green Pepper
1/4 (Chopped)
Onions
2 slices (Chopped)
Ragu Pizza Sauce
1 jar (Any flavor, for filling)
Italian Seasoning
1 teaspoon (Mixed into the filling)
Oregano
1 teaspoon (Mixed into the filling)
Basil
1 teaspoon (Mixed into the filling)
Garlic Salt
1/2 teaspoon (Mixed into the filling)
Italian Sausage
1/2 cup (Cooked and crumbled)
Pepperoni
1/2 cup (Chopped)
Mozzarella Cheese
1/2 cup (Shredded, for filling and topping)
Butter
2 tablespoons (Melted, for brushing)
Instructions
1
In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in 1 cup of warm water. Allow it to sit for 5-10 minutes until bubbly.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, oil, salt, and flour. Gradually add the yeast mixture and stir to combine until a dough forms.
3
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes or until smooth and elastic. Place it in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
4
While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. In a separate bowl, combine the drained mushrooms, chopped green pepper, chopped onions, Ragu pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, oregano, basil, garlic salt, crumbled sausage, and chopped pepperoni.
5
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
6
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into two 10-inch circles.
7
Place 1-2 cups of the filling mixture in the center of each dough circle. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the filling.
8
Carefully fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape, ensuring the filling remains inside. Crimp the edges tightly to seal.
9
Transfer the calzones to a greased cookie sheet. Let them rest for an additional 10 minutes.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until golden brown. After 15 minutes, brush the tops with melted butter.
11
Serve warm with additional sauce and cheese if desired.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ultimate Calzones Delight recipe?
The Ultimate Calzones Delight is a recipe for crispy, savory calzones stuffed with mushrooms, green peppers, Italian sausage, pepperoni, and mozzarella cheese.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to yield 4 servings.
What is the recommended oven temperature for baking these calzones?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
How long should I let the yeast mixture sit?
You should allow the yeast to sit in warm water for 5-10 minutes until it becomes bubbly.
How long do I need to knead the dough?
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes or until it becomes smooth and elastic.
How much time is required for the dough to rise?
The dough needs to rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.
What meat ingredients are included in the filling?
The filling includes 1/2 cup of cooked and crumbled Italian sausage and 1/2 cup of chopped pepperoni.
What type of cheese is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for shredded mozzarella cheese.
How large should the dough circles be rolled out?
The dough should be rolled out into two 10-inch circles.
How much filling should be placed in each calzone?
You should place 1-2 cups of the filling mixture in the center of each dough circle.
What shape should the calzone be?
Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape.
How do you seal the edges of the calzone?
Crimp the edges of the dough tightly to ensure the filling remains inside during baking.
Should the calzones rest before they go into the oven?
Yes, after transferring them to a cookie sheet, let them rest for an additional 10 minutes.
What is the total baking time for the calzones?
The calzones should bake for a total of 20 minutes or until golden brown.
When should I brush the calzones with melted butter?
Brush the tops with melted butter after they have been baking for 15 minutes.
What kind of sauce is used for the filling?
The recipe uses one jar of Ragu Pizza Sauce (any flavor).
Which spices are used to season the filling?
The filling is seasoned with Italian seasoning, oregano, basil, and garlic salt.
What vegetables are needed for the filling?
You will need a can of drained mushrooms, chopped green pepper, and chopped onions.
How much flour is required for the dough?
The dough requires 2 3/4 cups of flour.
What should I serve with the calzones?
Serve them warm with additional pizza sauce and cheese if desired.
Is the Italian sausage added raw to the filling?
No, the Italian sausage should be cooked and crumbled before being added to the filling mixture.
Can the ingredients be customized?
Yes, the calzones are highly customizable and can be filled with your favorite ingredients.
What category of cuisine does this recipe fall under?
This recipe is categorized as European cuisine.
What is the preparation for the onions in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 slices of onions, chopped.
What is the purpose of the sugar in the dough?
One tablespoon of sugar is mixed into the yeast mixture to help activate the yeast and flavor the dough.
Do I need to grease the bowl for the dough rise?
Yes, place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl to prevent sticking while it rises.
How much oil is used in the dough?
The dough uses 2 tablespoons of oil.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include calzones, italian, comfort food, homemade, baked, pizza, savory, snacks, and appetizers.
How do you prepare the mushrooms for the filling?
Use one can of mushrooms, making sure they are drained and chopped before adding to the mix.
What should the texture of the calzone be after baking?
The calzones should be perfectly crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside.