Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 lb (450g) pizza dough
- 1 lb (450g) ground sausage
- 1/2 cup (60g) chopped onion
- 1/2 cup (60g) chopped green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup (120ml) marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup (120g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup (120g) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil
- 1 large egg, beaten
Preparation Time:
45 minutes
Cooking Time:
20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
3/5 (Medium)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Divide the pizza dough in half. Roll out each half into a 12x6 inch (30x15cm) rectangle.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage, onion, and bell pepper. Cook until the sausage is browned and the vegetables are softened.
- Spread the marinara sauce evenly over one rectangle of the dough. Top with the sausage mixture, mozzarella, and cheddar cheeses.
- Place the remaining dough rectangle over the filling. Seal the edges tightly using a fork.
- Cut 1-inch (2.5cm) slits along the back of the calzone, resembling a snake's scales.
- Brush the beaten egg over the calzone and transfer it to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 450 per serving
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and flavorful
- Visually appealing with a "spooky" snake design
- Perfect for sharing
User Comments:
- "This calzone is absolutely delicious! The sausage filling is juicy and the cheeses are melted perfectly."
- "The snake design is so clever and it really adds to the Halloween spirit."
- "I love that this dish is easy to make and can feed a crowd."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure the calzone is sealed tightly to prevent any filling from leaking out during baking.
- If you don't have time to let the dough rise, you can use store-bought pizza dough.
- For a spicier calzone, use a spicy sausage or add some crushed red pepper flakes to the filling.
