Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
11 unit

refrigerated breadstick dough

unrolled

0.5 cup

mozzarella cheese

shredded

12 slice

oscar mayer shaved honey-roasted ham

cut in half

2 tbsp

parmesan cheese

grated

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~2 min

Unroll the refrigerated breadstick dough and separate into 12 breadsticks.

Step 3
~2 min

Cut each breadstick crosswise in half.

Step 4
~2 min

Flatten each dough piece to approximately 2-inch width.

Step 5
~2 min

Spoon 1 teaspoon of shredded mozzarella cheese onto the center of a halved slice of honey-roasted ham.

Step 6
~2 min

Fold the ham piece over the cheese to create a tight roll.

Step 7
~2 min

Place the ham roll near the end of a flattened dough piece, leaving a small border.

Step 8
~2 min

Fold the dough over the ham, pinching the edges to seal and create a calzone.

Step 9
~2 min

Repeat the process for all remaining ham pieces and dough.

Step 10
~2 min

Place the prepared calzones on a baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 11
~2 min

Sprinkle the tops of the calzones with grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 12
~2 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the calzones are golden brown.

Step 13
~2 min

Remove from oven and serve warm.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Brush with melted butter before baking for extra flavor.

Add a sprinkle of Italian seasoning for enhanced taste.

Serve with a side of marinara or pizza sauce for dipping.

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
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm as a snack or appetizer.

Pair with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Marinara sauce
Side salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy (adapted in America)

Cultural Significance

Popular snack or appetizer

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Game day
Parties

Occasion Tags

Game Day
Parties
Snacks

Popularity Score

75/100

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