Real Italian Calzones Recipe

First time trying Real Italian Calzones, and it was a hit! My partner exclaimed, 'This is what authentic tastes like!' We've added it to our family favorites.

Ingredients:

500g pizza dough

200g ricotta cheese

100g mozzarella, shredded

50g Parmesan cheese, grated

100g cooked ham, chopped

2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped

1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Salt and pepper, to taste

Olive oil, for brushing

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).

Divide the pizza dough into 4 equal parts. Roll each into a circle, about 20cm in diameter.

In a bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, ham, and basil. Season with salt and pepper.

Place a quarter of the cheese and ham mixture on one half of each dough circle.

Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Seal the edges by crimping with a fork.

Brush the top of each calzone with olive oil and then with the beaten egg.

Place calzones on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!