Smoked Mozzarella Broccoli Calzones
August2
Ingredients
- 1 bag of pizza dough prepared according to package directions
- 1/2 cup smoked mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup frozen broccoli spears, thawed & chopped
- ½ cup roasted red peppers, chopped
- ½ cup chopped artichoke
- 1 heaping tablespoon of Italian seasoning
- ½ tablespoon Olive Oil or melted butter
Smoked Mozzarella & Tomato Spread Ingredients
- 1/4 cup smoked mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup tomatoes, peeled, seeded & diced
- 1-2 tablespoons warm water, as needed
Your first advance prep step is to prepare the Smoked Mozzarella & Tomato Spread and chill.- In a medium bowl, combine the shredded smoked mozzarella with the cream cheese and blend until fully incorporated. Add a splash of water as needed for a creamy, spreadable consistency.
- Mix in the tomatoes.
- Chill for an hour to let flavors develop.
Calzone Assembly Instructions
- On a lightly floured surface, divide & roll out the ball of dough into 4 circles.
- Preheat oven to 450ºF and grease a baking sheet.
- Pull the chilled Smoked Mozzarella Spread out and spread on the center of the dough, leaving about an inch edge to allow for ease when sealing the calzone.
- Place the filling on one side of the dough – mozzarella cheese, broccoli, roasted red peppers, artichokes.
- Sprinkle with Italian seasoning – don’t skimp on the seasoning.
- Brush the edges of the dough with water.
- Fold the other half of the dough over the filling and press edges to seal.
- Cut 5 diagonal slits in the top of each calzone.
- Brush the oil or butter over each calzone, sprinkle with a bit of salt and bake for approximately 15-20 minutes.Notes:
I have used a boxed pizza dough and also Whole Foods prepared pizza dough either the Ancient Grains type or the white dough
Make an optional dipping sauce using extra roasted red peppers, a little tomato sauce, season to taste and top with a sprinkle of the smoked mozzarella cheese.
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