Easy Calzones

Name: Easy Calzones
Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese; 1 cup cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, swiss, your choice); 1/4 teaspoon oregano; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 lb pizza dough, prepared fresh or tube of purchased; Other fillings that you desire; bell peppers or olive (etc)

7 ingredients

14 steps

Ingredients

1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 cup cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, swiss, your choice)
1/4 teaspoon oregano
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb pizza dough, prepared fresh or tube of purchased
Other fillings that you desire
bell peppers or olive (etc)

Directions

1

Line large colander with coffee filters or cheesecloth and place in large bowl.
2

Add ricotta cheese, drain 30 minutes.
3

This step can be skipped although it may cause your calzone to be a bit moist and watery in the middle.
4

Mix ricotta in bowl with other cheese (s), organo, garlic, and season with salt and pepper.
5

Place dough onto lightly floured surface.
6

Divide into 2 or 4 pieces depending on how big you want your calzones.
7

Shape each into ball into a circle.
8

Divide and spread cheese mixture on the dough.
9

Divide other fillings and place on top of cheeses.
10

Fold circles in half and press edges with tines of a fork.
11

Arrange calzones on pizza stone or pan.
12

Prick top with fork.
13

Bake 18-20 minutes or until lightly browned.
14

Serve with side of pizza sauce.