Homemade Italian Calzones Recipe

Step 1: To begin with the Homemade Italian Calzones first, let's start with making the dough

Step 2: In a large bowl, sprinkle the yeast along with the sugar

Step 3: Add the warm water and mix gently

Step 4: Cover and let it proof for about 5 minutes

Step 5: If the yeast is active and good, it will bubble and froth

Step 6: Now add the Del Monte olive oil, salt and 3 or more cups of flour

Step 7: Mix well to form a soft dough and knead for about 2 to 3 minutes

Step 8: Place the dough in a greased or oiled bowl, roll it to coat with the oil

Step 9: Cover the bowl and place in a warm place to rise until doubled, about 2 hoursNow in a pressure cooker, place the tomatoes, onions, and green chillies and give one whistle

Step 10: Remove and blend it to a smooth paste with the garlic

Step 11: Pour this into a deep pan, add the tomato puree or paste, salt, oregano and Italian seasoning, mix well and bring to boil

Step 12: Once it comes to a boil, lower the heat and simmer for about 20 minutes

Step 13: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit or 200 degrees Centigrade

Step 14: Take 2 inch balls of the dough and roll into a medium thin circle

Step 15: On one-half of the circle, layer the bell pepper, onions, mushrooms, green chillies, Del Monte olives and cheese

Step 16: Divide the fillings among the calzones

Step 17: Fold the other half of the dough over the filling and seal the edges

Step 18: Place the uncooked calzones onto greased baking sheets and bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes till they are well baked and light golden brown

Step 19: You can brush the top of the calzones with any Olive oil before baking; these give a brown crust to the calzone

Step 20: Serve these warm calzones with the hot prepared sauce on the side

Step 21: You can serve them with a sprinkling of grated Parmesan cheese for a more authentic Italian touch

Step 22: Raw Mango And Spring Onion dip can be served along with the Calzones for your house parties