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Spinach Calzone

A warm, golden-brown calzone, bursting with savory spinach and gooey cheese, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 calzones
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound pizza dough store-bought or homemade
  • 2 cups fresh spinach chopped
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Rolling pin
  • Skillet
  • Sharp knife or pizza cutter

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds.
  4. Add the chopped spinach and stir for about 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the cooked spinach, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  6. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into a circle about 1/4 inch thick.
  7. Place a generous amount of the filling on one half of the dough circle.
  8. Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape and press the edges together.
  9. Crimp the edges with a fork to seal.
  10. Transfer the calzones to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  11. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

Notes

Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.