Sausage and Sweet Pepper Calzones Recipe

Name: Sausage and Sweet Pepper Calzones
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh Italian sausage, removed from the casing; 1 small onion, peeled and julienned; 1 small green bell pepper, seeded and julienned; 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and julienned; 2 tablespoons chopped garlic; 8 ounces ricotta cheese; 8 ounces grated Mozzarella cheese; 8 ounces grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese; Pinch of crushed red pepper; 4 individual 6-inch pizza dough rounds

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. In one saute pan, over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of the olive oil.
2
When the oil is hot, add the sausage and brown, about 6 to 8 minutes.
3
Remove from the heat, drain and cool completely.
4
In another saute pan, over medium heat, add the remaining oil.
5
Add the onions and peppers.
6
Season with salt and pepper.
7
Saute for 4 to 5 minutes.
8
Add the garlic and remove from the heat.
9
Cool completely.
10
In a mixing bowl, combine the sausage, onion-pepper mixture, cheeses and crushed red pepper.
11
Mix well.
12
Season with salt.
13
Using a fork, dock each round of pizza dough.
14
Divide the mixture into fourths and place in the center of each round of dough.
15
Fold one end of the dough over the other, forming a half-moon shape.
16
Using a fork or your fingers press the ends together, sealing the calzones completely.
17
Place the calzones on a parchment lined baking sheet.
18
Bake until golden brown, about 20 to 25 minutes.
19
Remove f

512

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound fresh Italian sausage, removed from the casing, 1 small onion, peeled and julienned, 1 small green bell pepper, seeded and julienned, 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and julienned, and more.

Yes, Sausage and Sweet Pepper Calzones falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sausage and Sweet Pepper Calzones

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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