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Traditional Italian Calzone Recipe: Easy, Flavorful, and Homemade

Traditional Italian Calzone Recipe
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A delicious and easy-to-make traditional Italian calzone recipe that captures the authentic flavors of Italy.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 3/4 cup warm water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup cooked sausage, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and sugar.
  2. In a separate bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes.
  3. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the flour mixture and knead until smooth.
  4. Let the dough rest for 1 hour, covered with a cloth.
  5. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
  6. Roll out the dough and cut it into circles.
  7. In a bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, sausage, Parmesan, oregano, and garlic powder.
  8. Place filling on one half of each dough circle and fold over to seal.
  9. Place calzones on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes.
  10. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, omit sausage.
  • Calzones can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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