A calzone is made with a round of yeasted dough that’s been folded over cheese, cured meats and herbs, then brushed with egg wash and baked until golden brown. Once baked, the pastries are cut in half and served with marinara sauce on the side.
People have been enjoying the delicious flavors of calzones since the 18th century in Naples, Italy. Though the traditional recipe includes mozzarella and cured meats like mortadella, you can experiment with your favorite add-ins. Swap out mozzarella for creamy burrata or pungent bleu cheese, or make your calzone vegetarian by trading the cured meats for roasted red peppers or sauteed spinach.