Mountain Cheese and Fig Calzones Recipe

Name: Mountain Cheese and Fig Calzones
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 packet active dry yeast; Pinch of sugar; Extra-virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; About 3 cups flour; 3 tablespoons grappa; 8 dried figs, stemmed and thinly sliced; 8 ounces Cantal, fontina Val d'Aosta or Gruyere, cut in slivers; 1 tablespoon rosemary leaves; 1 egg, beaten

Servings: persons

1
In a large bowl, mix the yeast with 1/4 cup lukewarm water and the sugar; let sit for 5 minutes.
2
Stir in 3/4 cup lukewarm water, 1 tablespoon olive oil and the salt and pepper.
3
Mix in 2 cups flour, one cup at a time.
4
Slowly add about 1/2 cup more flour, until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
5
Knead dough on a lightly floured surface for 10 minutes, adding as little flour as possible to keep the dough from sticking.
6
Let rest, lightly covered, for 30 minutes.
7
Divide the dough in fourths, form into balls, brush all over with olive oil and place on a baking sheet.
8
Cover loosely with a towel and set in a cool place to rise until doubled, about 2 hours.
9
In a saucepan, simmer the grappa and figs until the grappa evaporates.
10
Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
11
Brush 2 foil-lined baking sheets with oil.
12
Roll the dough into 8-inch circles.
13
Divide the figs among the circles, centering them on one side.
14
Top with cheese and rosemary.
15
Fold the dough over, brush edges with water, crimp to seal and brush with egg.
16
Bake for 10 minutes; lower oven to 350 degrees and bake until browned, 10 to 15 minutes more.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 packet active dry yeast, Pinch of sugar, Extra-virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Mountain Cheese and Fig Calzones falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Mountain Cheese and Fig Calzones

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Variations & substitutions

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