Ingredients and Weight: - Pizza dough: 2 lbs - Ground beef: 1 lb - Onion, chopped: 1 cup - Green bell pepper, chopped: 1 cup - Marinara sauce: 1 cup - Mozzarella cheese, shredded: 2 cups - Parmesan cheese, grated: 1/2 cup - Italian seasoning: 1 tablespoon - Salt and pepper: to taste
Preparation Time: - 20 minutes
Cooking Time: - 15 minutes
Difficulty Level: - 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps: 1. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). 2. Divide the pizza dough into 8 equal portions. 3. Roll out each portion into a circle about 6 inches in diameter. 4. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce over each circle. 5. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef. Drain any excess grease. 6. Add the onion and green bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened. 7. Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. 8. Divide the beef mixture evenly among the calzones. 9. Sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. 10. Fold the dough over the filling and seal the edges. 11. Place the calzones in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through.
Nutritional Information: - Calories: 450 per serving - Fat: 20g - Protein: 30g - Carbohydrates: 40g
Dish Characteristics: - Crispy golden brown crust - Savory beef and vegetable filling - Melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses - Great for a party or quick meal
User Comments: - "These calzones are amazing! The crust is so crispy and the filling is flavorful." - "I love how easy these are to make. They're perfect for busy weeknights." - "I added some ricotta cheese to the filling and it was delicious." - "These calzones are a hit with my kids. They love the crispy crust and the gooey cheese." - "I made these for a party and everyone raved about them."
Special Precautions and Tips: - Make sure the calzones are sealed well so they don't leak during cooking. - If the filling is too wet, the calzones may not cook through. - Serve the calzones with your favorite dipping sauce.