Home baked calzone
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
500 grams of all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
1 teaspoon of salt
7 grams of instant yeast (1 sachet)
1 tablespoon of olive oil, plus extra for greasing
300 ml of warm water
For the Filling:
250 grams of ricotta cheese
100 grams of mozzarella cheese, shredded
50 grams of Parmesan cheese, grated
100 grams of cooked ham, diced
2 teaspoons of dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: other fillings like sautéed vegetables, cooked sausage, or pepperoni slices
For Brushing:
1 egg, beaten
A pinch of salt
Sesame or poppy seeds (optional)
For Serving:
Fresh basil or parsley, chopped
A handful of cherry tomatoes, halved
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Dough:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
In a separate bowl, mix the yeast with warm water and let it sit for a few minutes.
Make a well in the center of the flour and pour in the olive oil and yeast mixture.
Gradually mix the flour into the wet ingredients until a dough begins to form.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes, or until it's smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
2. Prepare the Filling:
In a bowl, combine the ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
Add the diced ham and oregano, then season with salt and pepper. Mix well.
3. Assemble the Calzones:
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 4 equal pieces.
On a floured surface, roll out each piece into a circle about 20 cm in diameter.
Spread a portion of the filling on one half of each circle, leaving a margin around the edge for sealing.
Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Pinch and roll the edges together to seal.
Transfer the calzones to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Prepare for Baking:
Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
Brush the tops of the calzones with the beaten egg. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and seeds if using.
With a sharp knife, make a few small slits on the top of each calzone to allow steam to escape.
5. Bake the Calzones:
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
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Light Dinner Ideas
BBQ chicken skewer salad
Bell pepper nachos
Couscous salad
Chipotle shrimp lettuce cups
Fish puttanesca en papillote
Corn pasta salad
Spicy salmon roll bowl
Ratatouille
Japanese roasted eggplant
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I thought I'd use Solarpunk Action Week as an excuse to start reducing our diet's reliance on the top four of the ten staple crops--maize, rice, wheat, potatoes, cassava, soybeans, sweet potatoes, yams, sorghum, and plantain--that humanity is overly reliant upon.
I cooked up some amaranth to go with a lentil-tomato-feta salad and braised collard greens. The little pile of nutty amaranth was viewed initially with skepticism, but the ultimate verdict was two thumbs up.
In the future, I'll try to set aside one or two days a week where we eat amaranth or quinoa instead of rice, wheat, potatoes, or even sweet potatoes as our carb.
-Christina
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Kimchi Jeon (Savory Kimchi Pancakes)
Yields: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
Ingredients:
1 cup well-fermented kimchi, roughly chopped
1/4 cup kimchi juice
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup potato or corn starch
1/2 cup cold water
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3-4 scallions, thinly sliced
1-2 tablespoons vegetable oil or neutral-flavored cooking oil
Optional additions:
1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes) for extra spice
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
Other vegetables: thin strips of carrot, onion slices
Dipping sauce ingredients:
Soy sauce
Rice vinegar
A pinch of sugar
Toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions:
Make the batter: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, potato/corn starch, kimchi, kimchi juice, egg, water, and scallions. (Include any optional ingredients you'd like). Mix until a slightly thick batter forms.
Heat the pan: Heat a large skillet or nonstick pan over medium heat. Add a thin layer of oil to the pan.
Cook the pancakes: Pour about 1/2 cup of batter into the hot pan, spreading it into a thin, even circle. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Repeat: Repeat the cooking process with the remaining batter, adding more oil as needed.
Make the dipping sauce: In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar. Add sesame seeds if desired.
Serve: Slice the pancakes into wedges and serve immediately with the dipping sauce.
Tips:
Well-fermented kimchi: Using older, well-fermented kimchi provides the best flavor and acidity.
Consistency check: The batter should be the consistency of a slightly thick pancake batter. If it's too thick, add a tablespoon or two of water. If it's too thin, add a bit more flour.
Don't overcrowd the pan: Cook one or two pancakes at a time to achieve the best crispiness and an even cook.
Experiment: Feel free to add seafood, thinly sliced pork, or other vegetables to your pancakes.
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