Sausage and Cheese Calzone

Introduction

You cannot beat a Sausage and Cheese Calzone recipe for a filling, flavorful meal. This is all wrapped in an easy homemade dough. It is great for any family dinner or weekend gathering!

Why Make This Recipe

And there are about a million reasons to make these calzones! Easy to make, great for filling with all the things you love and everyone loves! And you can also mix and match the flavors to whatever combination your heart desires. Wonderful for a cosy, homecooked dinner 🙂

Sausage and Cheese Calzone Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup warm water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• INSTRUCTIONS 1 cup sausage, cooked and crumbled
• 1c shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/2 tsp italian seasoning
• 1 egg (for egg wash)

Directions:

1. Combine Water, Sugar And Yeast In A Bowl Set it aside for around 5 minutes, until frothy.
2. In another large mixing bowl or deep dish, combine flour and salt. Mix in the yeast mixture along with olive oil and stir till a dough is formed.
3. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth.
4. Put the dough in an oiled bowl, cover and let it rise about 1 hour.
5. Heat your oven to 425°F (218°C)
6. Turn out risen dough onto a floured surface and roll out into circle.
7. In a separate bowl, combine sausage with mozzarella and ricotta cheese; add Italian seasoning.
8. Scoop the fillings onto one half of the dough circle, allowing for a small border.
9. Place the other half of dough over the filling and crimp edges to seal.
10. Have a beautiful, golden color over the top from a beaten egg.
11. Roast for 20–25mins until blond.
12. Cool for a few minutes then slice and serve.