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Ricotta and Sausage Calzone

A crisp golden folded pizza crust filled with savory sausage, creamy ricotta, and melted mozzarella cheese.

45 minMediumServes 4650 cal/serving

Italian-AmericanDinnerStovetop and OvenStandardHigh ProteinNut-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeSoy-FreeCorn-FreeAlcohol-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb pizza dough
  • 0.5 lb bulk Italian sausage, crumbled
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 cup marinara sauce, warmed

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 425 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Cook 0.5 lb crumbled bulk Italian sausage in a skillet over medium heat for 6-8 minutes until browned and internal temperature reaches 160 F, then drain excess fat.

  3. 3

    In a bowl, mix 1 cup ricotta cheese, 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and cooked sausage.

  4. 4

    Divide 1 lb pizza dough into two portions and roll each into a 10-inch circle on a lightly floured surface.

  5. 5

    Spoon the cheese and meat mixture onto one half of each dough circle, leaving a 1-inch border.

  6. 6

    Fold dough over the filling, crimp edges to seal, cut small slits on top, and brush with 1 beaten egg.

  7. 7

    Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown, then serve with 1 cup warmed marinara sauce.

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Questions

What is Ricotta and Sausage Calzone?

A crisp golden folded pizza crust filled with savory sausage, creamy ricotta, and melted mozzarella cheese. This reference files it under Italian-American dinner: made on the stovetop and in the oven, rated medium and about 45 minutes start to finish.

What temperature do I cook Ricotta and Sausage Calzone at?

For Ricotta and Sausage Calzone, the oven is set to 425 F (about 220 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 20 minutes, in step 7. The target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 2. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is there a substitute for ricotta in Ricotta and Sausage Calzone?

The entry for Ricotta and Sausage Calzone calls for 1 cup ricotta cheese. In its place: Small-curd cottage cheese, drained and blended briefly, works in baked dishes. For dairy-free, blend firm tofu with lemon juice and salt.

Can I use plain ground pork instead of Italian sausage in Ricotta and Sausage Calzone?

Yes. Season each pound of ground pork with a teaspoon of fennel seed, a teaspoon of paprika, two cloves of garlic and a pinch of red pepper flakes. As written, the entry for Ricotta and Sausage Calzone uses 0.5 lb bulk Italian sausage, crumbled.

Can I make Ricotta and Sausage Calzone dairy-free?

Not cleanly. Here the dairy (1 cup ricotta cheese, 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese) is the backbone of the dish, and plant-based substitutes change both its texture and its flavor. If you need strictly dairy-free, start from the dairy-free dinner collection instead.

Does Ricotta and Sausage Calzone contain eggs?

Yes: 1 egg, beaten. The full allergen list for this entry is dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How much protein is in Ricotta and Sausage Calzone?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 32 g of protein in about 650 calories, alongside 58 g carbohydrate and 30 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 1280 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein dinner collection.

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