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Chef John's Ham and Cheese Calzones

Chef John's Ham and Cheese Calzones

Cost $15, save $20

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  • 30 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Dough

    • 24 ounces prepared pizza dough

  • Meat

    • 8 slices prosciutto
    • 1 ½ cups finely diced smoked ham

  • Cheese

    • 2 cups ricotta cheese, drained
    • 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced, drained on paper towels
    • 1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

  • Seasonings

    • 🧂 ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
    • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • Miscellaneous

    • 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon cornmeal
    • 🥚 1 egg
    • 💧 1 teaspoon water
    • 2 cups marinara sauce for dipping, heated (optional)

STEPS

1

Preheat oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2

Divide dough into 4 equal portions; shape each into a ball. On a lightly floured surface, flatten each dough ball into a flat circle and roll out into an 8- or 9-inch circle.

3

Place 2 prosciutto slices on one half of each circle of dough, leaving a 1-inch empty border. Spoon ricotta cheese on prosciutto. Season with a pinch of salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Top with chopped ham, mozzarella slices, and a drizzle of olive oil.

4

Moisten edge of dough with a bit of water using your fingertip. Fold the empty half of the dough over the filling and lightly seal edges. Crimp the edges up to completely seal the calzone.

5

Sprinkle lined baking sheet with cornmeal. Transfer calzones to baking sheet. Cut several small slits in the top of the crust with the tip of a knife to allow for venting.

6

Beat egg with water to make egg wash. Brush the calzones with egg wash. Dust with grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Remove excess cornmeal and grated cheese from around calzones to avoid smoke from the hot oven.

7

Bake in preheated oven until browned, about 15 minutes. Let cool 15 minutes before serving. Serve with heated marinara sauce for dipping.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

895

Calories

  • 41
    Protein
  • 100
    Carbs
  • 35
    Fats

💡 Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and simplify cleanup.Drain ricotta and mozzarella well to avoid excess moisture.For a smoky flavor, use smoked ham and sprinkle paprika or smoked cayenne.Be careful not to overfill the calzones to prevent bursting during baking.