Real Italian Calzones

Directions

• The Dough
• Embark on a culinary journey to create the impeccable base for your authentic Italian Calzones. It all begins with the dough – the heart and soul of this Italian delicacy. In a small bowl, awaken the yeast in warm water, patiently waiting for that magical frothy transformation, a sure sign of perfection in the making. Meanwhile, in a spacious mixing bowl, harmonize the flour, olive oil, salt, and sugar, setting the stage for a symphony of flavours. Gently pour in the yeast elixir, conducting the ensemble of ingredients into a harmonious dough.
• As you knead the dough upon a floured canvas for approximately 5 minutes, you’ll feel its transformation, evolving into a silky, elastic masterpiece. Tenderly cradle this creation in a lightly oiled bowl, sheltering it beneath a moistened cloak. Allow it to rise for an hour, witnessing its miraculous expansion, as it doubles in size, ready to embrace the flavours of your culinary masterpiece.
• The Filling
• Transform your Real Italian Calzones into an irresistible masterpiece by crafting the perfect filling while the dough rises. Combine the finest ricotta, melt-in-your-mouth mozzarella, exquisite Parmesan, savoury Italian sausage, rich marinara, fragrant basil, delectable olives, vibrant bell pepper, zesty red onion, and a dash of red pepper flakes for a fiery twist. Season to perfection with salt and pepper for a taste that will leave you craving more.
• Assembling the Calzones
• Preheat your broiler to 475°F (245°C). In the event that you have a pizza stone, place it in the stove to warm.
• Punch down the risen mixture and separate it into 4 equivalent segments. Fold each piece into a 9-inch (23 cm) circle on a delicately floured surface.
• Place a liberal piece of the filling on one portion of every batter circle, leaving a little boundary around the edges.
• Crease the other portion of the mixture over the filling, framing a half-moon shape. Seal the edges by pleating with a fork.
• On the off chance that you’re utilizing a pizza stone, cautiously move the calzones onto a piece of material paper, then slide them onto the hot stone in the broiler. In the event that not, put them on a baking sheet fixed with material paper.
• Prepare for 15-20 minutes or until the calzones are brilliant brown and marginally puffed.
• Buon Appetito!
• Your Real Italian Calzones are now ready to be devoured. Serve them hot with some extra marinara sauce for dipping, and you’ll have a taste of Italy right in your own home. Buon Appetito!