Calzone with marinara sauce
8 servings
120 minutes
Calzone with marinara sauce is a classic Italian pie that resembles a closed pizza but has its own unique character. Its roots trace back to Naples, where it became a favorite street snack. The crispy dough baked to a golden crust hides a juicy filling of flavorful cured sausage, mushrooms, fresh green peppers, and stretchy mozzarella. To top it off, it's enriched with a spicy marinara sauce – thick and rich in the flavors of tomatoes, garlic, and aromatic herbs. Calzone is perfect for cozy home dinners or friendly gatherings, delighting with its rich taste and appetizing aroma. It’s best served hot, cut into portions and dipped in warm sauce. This dish is true Italian enjoyment in every bite!
1
For the sauce, place tomatoes, garlic, salt, and sugar in a sauce pan and heat over medium heat.
- Canned tomatoes: 800 g
- Garlic: 3 cloves
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Sugar: 1 teaspoon
2
Bring to a boil. Cook on low heat for 20-30 minutes.
3
Use a blender to turn this mass into puree.
4
Roll out the dough. On one half of the dough, place sliced sausage, mushrooms, onion, and green pepper. Add grated cheese.
- Pizza dough: 500 g
- Dry-cured sausage: 150 g
- Green pepper: 1 piece
- Red onion: 0.5 piece
- Mushrooms: 250 g
- Mozzarella cheese: 200 g
5
Close the filling with the second piece of dough. Wrap the edges and secure them tightly. Make several cuts with a sharp knife.
6
Brush the calzone with beaten egg and sprinkle with spices and grated cheese.
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Oregano: 1 teaspoon
- Ground red pepper: 0.3 teaspoon
- Grated Parmesan cheese: 40 g
7
Send to a preheated oven at 240 degrees for 12-18 minutes. Leave for 5 minutes.
8
Slice and serve with marinara sauce.