Description
Experience the mouthwatering delight of Pizza Calzone with Beef, a perfect blend of comfort and flavor that is sure to satisfy any craving. This hearty dish features seasoned ground beef enveloped in a golden, flaky crust, complemented by gooey mozzarella cheese and your favorite pizza toppings. Ideal for family dinners, game nights, or casual gatherings, this calzone is both easy to make and incredibly versatile. Customize it with additional fillings to cater to your taste preferences. Enjoy every bite as you savor the rich flavors and satisfying textures of this Italian-inspired treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup sliced pepperoni (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 package (17.5 ounces) refrigerated pizza dough
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Cook the beef in a large skillet over medium heat until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle.
- Spread pizza sauce on one half of the dough, leaving edges clear. Layer cooked beef mixture, mozzarella cheese, and optional pepperoni.
- Fold the dough over the filling and crimp edges to seal tightly. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the top with beaten egg and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 calzone (about 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg