Unbelievable Spinach Calzones

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound spinach, washed and chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped mushrooms
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 pound pizza dough
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2/5 (Medium)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine spinach, onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, mushrooms, parsley, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper.
3. Divide the pizza dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll out each piece into a 6-inch circle.
4. Spread 1/8 of the spinach mixture evenly over one half of each circle.
5. Top with 1/8 of the marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese.
6. Fold the other half of the dough over the filling and pinch the edges to seal.
7. Place the calzones on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
8. Bake for 20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 15g
• Fiber: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Crispy outer crust
• Cheesy and gooey filling
• Perfect for a quick and easy dinner or snack

User Comments:

• "These calzones are amazing! The spinach filling is so flavorful and pairs perfectly with the crispy crust."
• "I love how easy they are to make. I can have a delicious meal on the table in under an hour."
• "They are a great way to use up leftover spinach and other vegetables."
• "The kids loved these calzones. They are the perfect size for a snack or lunch."
• "I highly recommend these Unbelievable Spinach Calzones. They are a crowd-pleaser!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful not to overfill the calzones, or they will burst open during baking.
• If you don't have marinara sauce, you can use tomato sauce or salsa.
• You can add other vegetables to the filling, such as zucchini, carrots, or corn.
• Sprinkle with red pepper flakes for a little extra heat.