Mini Calzones

Directions

1. 1
   Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a medium-size, heavy skillet.
2. 2
   Add the sausage and cook until crumbled and golden, about 5 minutes.
3. 3
   Add the arugula and cook until wilted.
4. 4
   Turn off the heat and let cool for about 10 minutes.
5. 5
   Add the cream cheese, 1/3 cup of the Parmesan, the salt, and the pepper and stir to combine.
6. 6
   Set aside.
7. 7
   Preheat the oven to 400F.
8. 8
   Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
9. 9
   Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to a thin 20 by 12-inch rectangle.
10. 10
    Cut the rectangle in half lengthwise, then cut each half into 8 equal rectangles.
11. 11
    Spoon some of the topping onto 1 side of each rectangle.
12. 12
    Using a pastry brush, brush the edges of the rectangle with egg wash. Close the rectangle of pizza dough over the topping.
13. 13
    Use a fork to seal and crimp the edges.
14. 14
    Place the calzones on the prepared baking sheet and brush the top of each with egg wash. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup of Parmesan.
15. 15
    Bake until golden, 15 to 17 minutes.
16. 16
    Meanwhile, heat the marinara sauce over low heat in a medium saucepan.
17. 17
    Serve the hot calzones with the marinara sauce alongside for dipping.