Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
0.33 cup

part-skim ricotta cheese

0.25 cup

asiago cheese

grated

0.25 cup

frozen chopped spinach

thawed, squeezed and drained

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 pinch

fresh ground black pepper

to taste

10 unit

refrigerated prepared pizza crust

1 unit

egg yolk

beaten

1 tsp

water

Step 1
~1 min

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

Step 2
~1 min

In a medium-size bowl, combine ricotta and Asiago cheeses, spinach, salt, and pepper to taste.

Step 3
~1 min

Set aside the filling.

Key Technique: Filling
Step 4
~1 min

On a lightly floured surface, unroll pizza crust.

Step 5
~1 min

Roll out the crust to a 14-inch square.

Step 6
~1 min

Using a 3 1/2-inch round cookie cutter, cut out 12 circles.

Step 7
~1 min

Brush the edges of each circle with some of the egg yolk mixture.

Step 8
~1 min

Place 1 teaspoon of filling on the lower half of each circle.

Key Technique: Filling
Step 9
~1 min

Fold the pastry over to enclose the filling, pressing the edges with a fork to seal.

Key Technique: Filling
Step 10
~1 min

Brush with the remaining egg yolk mixture.

Step 11
~1 min

Prick the top of each calzone with the point of a sharp knife.

Step 12
~1 min

Sprinkle with additional grated Asiago cheese.

Step 13
~1 min

Place the calzones on a large, greased cookie sheet.

Step 14
~1 min

Bake for 5 to 7 minutes, until puffed and golden.

Step 15
~1 min

Cool slightly before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a pinch of garlic powder to the cheese mixture for extra flavor.

Use different types of cheese for variation.

Ensure spinach is thoroughly drained to prevent soggy calzones.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate (cheesy and savory)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with a side of marinara sauce.

Pair with a simple salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Marinara Sauce
Simple salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

A smaller version of the traditional calzone, often served as a snack or appetizer.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Party appetizers
Game day snacks

Occasion Tags

Party
Game Day
Snack Time

Popularity Score

70/100