Broccoli and Corn Calzones
Broccoli and Corn Calzones
These calzones are stuffed with a summery combination of corn and broccoli, but you can use whatever you have in your fridge. Part-skim ricotta and mozzarella make these kid friendly pizza pockets lower in saturated fat. Plus a whole-wheat crust adds a nutty flavor and extra fiber. Serve with your favorite marinara sauce for dipping. Courtesy of EatingWell.com.
INGREDIENTS
• 1 1/2 cups chopped broccoli florets
• 1 1/2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 3 ears-cooked and cut off)
• 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
• 2/3 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
• 4 scallions, scapes or green onions, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
• All-purpose flour for dusting
• 20 ounces prepared whole-wheat pizza dough, thawed if frozen
• 2 teaspoons canola oil
DIRECTIONS
Position racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 475°F. Coat 2 baking sheets with cooking spray. Combine broccoli, corn, mozzarella, ricotta, scallions, basil, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a large bowl.
On a lightly floured surface, divide dough into 6 pieces. Roll each piece into an 8-inch circle. Place a generous 3/4 cup filling on one half of each circle, leaving a 1-inch border of dough. Brush the border with water and fold the top half over the filling. Fold the edges over and crimp with a fork to seal. Make several small slits in the top to vent steam; brush each calzone with oil. Transfer the calzones to the prepared baking sheets.
Bake the calzones, switching the pans halfway through, until browned on top, about 15 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving.
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