Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 unit

Dough

of your choice

3 tbsp

Garlic

Crushed

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 pinch

Pepper

to taste

1 tsp

Italian Seasoning

to taste

0.25 tsp

Cayenne Pepper

to taste

3 tbsp

Olive Oil

16 slice

Pepperoni

1 packages

Spinach

Chopped

Step 1
~3 min

In a bowl, mix crushed garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, cayenne pepper, and olive oil to create the spinach mixture.

Step 2
~3 min

Preheat oven to 450F (232C).

Step 3
~3 min

Lightly grease a baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~3 min

Roll or hand-stretch the dough into the prepared pan.

Step 5
~3 min

Spread the spinach mixture evenly over one half of the dough.

Step 6
~3 min

Arrange pepperoni slices on top of the spinach mixture.

Step 7
~3 min

Fold the other half of the dough over the filling to form a calzone.

Step 8
~3 min

Seal the edges of the calzone to prevent filling from escaping during baking.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 9
~3 min

Brush a small amount of melted butter over the top of the calzone.

Step 10
~3 min

Place the calzone in the preheated oven.

Step 11
~3 min

Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.

Step 12
~3 min

Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Step 13
~3 min

Enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a sprinkle of parmesan cheese before baking for extra flavor.

Serve with marinara 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 prepped ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve warm.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Marinara sauce
Caesar salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Popular Italian dish, often enjoyed as a casual meal.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Casual Meal
Lunch

Popularity Score

65/100

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