Follow these steps for perfect results
Dough
of your choice
Garlic
Crushed
Salt
to taste
Pepper
to taste
Italian Seasoning
to taste
Cayenne Pepper
to taste
Olive Oil
Pepperoni
Spinach
Chopped
In a bowl, mix crushed garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, cayenne pepper, and olive oil to create the spinach mixture.
Preheat oven to 450F (232C).
Lightly grease a baking pan.
Roll or hand-stretch the dough into the prepared pan.
Spread the spinach mixture evenly over one half of the dough.
Arrange pepperoni slices on top of the spinach mixture.
Fold the other half of the dough over the filling to form a calzone.
Seal the edges of the calzone to prevent filling from escaping during baking.
Brush a small amount of melted butter over the top of the calzone.
Place the calzone in the preheated oven.
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Enjoy!
Expert advice for the best results
Add a sprinkle of parmesan cheese before baking for extra flavor.
Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
Everything you need to know before you start
5 minutes
Can be prepped ahead of time and baked later.
Serve whole or sliced, garnished with fresh basil.
Serve with a side salad.
Serve warm.
Pairs well with Italian flavors.
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Popular Italian dish, often enjoyed as a casual meal.
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