Calzones

Judy Peterson

Judy made these when we were staying with them for a few weeks on rotation in Naperville, IL outside of Chicago.  It was so fun helping her make them, and then enjoying the different combinations together afterward.

1 TB yeast (or one package)

1 cup warm water

1 TB sugar

2 TB olive oil/vegetable oil

1 tsp. salt

2¾ -3¼ cup flour

Filling

Proof yeast in water. Add sugar and allow it to sit for a few minutes. Add remaining ingredients (flour ½ cup at a time). Mix and knead for 3-7 minutes or until smooth. Allow dough to rise for 30 minutes. Roll out. Fill with ingredients (broccoli, mushrooms, meat, cottage cheese, spinach, mozzarella, or sauce.) Fold sides over top as a braid and seal. Brush with egg white. Bake at 375 degrees for 20-25 minutes. The crust can also be used to make breadsticks (bake for 10-15 minutes).