Savory Sausage And Pepper Calzone: Italian Street Food

July 9, 2024

Introduction

Imagine strolling through the bustling streets of Italy and coming across a charming little food cart selling the most delicious savory sausage and pepper calzones. This classic Italian street food is a true culinary delight that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Italy.

Ingredients

• 1 pound of pizza dough
• 1/2 pound of Italian sausage
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1/2 onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup of marinara sauce
• 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a skillet, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add the olive oil, bell pepper, and onion. Cook until the vegetables are soft and caramelized.
4. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into a large circle, about 1/4 inch thick.
5. Spread the marinara sauce on one half of the dough, leaving a border around the edge.
6. Top the sauce with the cooked sausage, pepper, onion, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
7. Fold the empty half of the dough over the filling and crimp the edges to seal the calzone.
8. Transfer the calzone to the prepared baking sheet and brush the top with olive oil.
9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the calzone is golden brown and crispy.
10. Let the calzone cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Treat yourself to this delightful Italian street food at home and enjoy the comforting flavors of savory sausage and peppers wrapped in a warm, flaky calzone crust.