Sausage and Mozzarella Calzones
from Tiffany at eatathomecooks.com
Servings: 6 to 8
Calories: 674kcal
Ingredients
For the filling:
- 1 lb. ground sausage or beef
- 1 onion sliced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 15 oz. can tomato paste + 1 can water
- salt & pepper to taste
- basil to taste
- oregano to taste
- ½-1 cups mozzarella cheese the amount depends on how cheesy you like it
For the crust:
- 1½ Tbs. dry yeast equivalent of 2 packets
- 2 cups warm water
- 2 tsp. sugar
- ¼ cup oil
- 5 cups whole wheat flour
Instructions
For the filling:
- Brown the meat with the onion and garlic.
- Drain the grease.
- Add the other ingredients and combine them well, letting them heat together for a few minutes.
For the crust:
- Dissolve the yeast in the warm water.
- Stir in the other ingredients Using a stand mixer for ease.
- beat the ingredients until well mixed.
- Let the dough rest 5 minutes.
Assembly:
- Spread half the meat mixture onto one side of the dough and add the cheese.
- Fold the dough over the top and lift the whole thing up onto a baking stone or lightly greased cookie sheet.
- Bake at 425° for about 25 minutes.
- Reduce cook time if dividing into smaller crusts.
Nutrition
Calories: 674kcal | Carbohydrates: 90g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 1103mg | Potassium: 1315mg | Fiber: 14g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 1210IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 119mg | Iron: 7mg