SPINACH, RICOTTA AND SAUSAGE CALZONES

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These individual calzones are great to keep in the freezer for a quick meal at a moment's notice. Bake all 8 at once, or just a couple, depending on how many you need.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 box (9 oz) frozen chopped spinach
1/2 lb ground Italian sausage, browned and drained
1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
16 oz refrigerated pizza dough
1 egg, slightly beaten
Pizza sauce or marinara sauce, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray cookie sheet with cooking spray.
  • Cook spinach as directed on box; allow to sit a few minutes until cool enough to handle. Squeeze cooked spinach between paper towels to remove excess moisture. Place spinach in large bowl. Add sausage, ricotta, mozzarella, 3 tablespoons of the Parmesan and the Italian seasoning to bowl; stir until well combined.
  • Divide pizza dough into 8 balls. Roll and press each ball into a circle 5 to 6 inches in diameter. Place meat mixture onto one half of each of the balls, leaving a 1/2 inch border around the edge. Fold dough over filling; pinch and roll edges to seal in filling.
  • Transfer to cookie sheet. Brush tops of calzones with egg. Prick tops of calzones with fork to allow steam to escape.
  • Bake 20 to 22 minutes or until dough is golden brown, topping with remaining 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese during last 3 minutes of baking. Cool 10 minutes on cookie sheet. Serve warm with pizza sauce.
  • Freezer Directions: Make as directed through step 3. Place on cookie sheet, and freeze about 4 hours or until firm. Place frozen calzones in resealable plastic freezer bag, and freeze. When ready to cook, place calzones on cookie sheet, and brush with egg. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until dough is golden brown, topping with remaining 1 tablespoon Parmesan during last 3 minutes of baking. Serve with pizza sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Calzone, Sodium 1050 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

Ridima Sultana
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These calzones are so versatile. You can add any fillings you like. I've even made them with leftover pizza toppings.


Brenda Blakes
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I love the way the ricotta cheese melts in these calzones. It's so creamy and delicious.


mbali gumede
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I've made these calzones several times and they are always a hit. They're perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


FREE FIRE mix
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These calzones were a bit time-consuming to make, but they were worth it. They were so delicious!


Rafael Cornavaca
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I'm not a huge fan of spinach, but these calzones were amazing! The ricotta and sausage really balance out the flavor.


Kidd Leo
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My family loved these calzones. They were so easy to make and the perfect comfort food.


tet gwfw
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These calzones were so good! I loved the combination of flavors.


Homson Gideons
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Overall, these calzones were a great success. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a tasty and easy-to-make meal.


Pete Scollick
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The calzones were delicious, but I found the crust to be a bit too thick. Next time, I will try using a thinner dough.


Romon Mia
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These Spinach Ricotta Sausages Calzones were absolutely scrumptious! The ricotta cheese really elevates the flavor of the sausage.


Ruvie Drip
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These calzones were easy to make and turned out perfect. I will definitely be making them again soon.


Samke Madlala
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The ricotta cheese and sausage make these calzones extra rich and satisfying. I highly recommend giving them a try.


Shubham Yadav
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I love that this recipe uses fresh spinach. It gives the calzones a delicious, vibrant flavor.


razaq aliu
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These calzones were a hit with my family! The filling was flavorful and cheesy, and the crust was golden brown and crispy. I will definitely be making these again.


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