Best 2 Broccoli And Cheese Calzones Recipes

Broccoli and cheese calzones are a delectable dish that combines the flavors of broccoli, cheese, and dough. This delectable dish is perfect for a quick and delicious lunch or dinner. Calzones are like pizzas, but they are folded over and filled with various ingredients. Broccoli and cheese are classic fillings, and they pair perfectly with the crispy, flaky dough. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BROCCOLI AND FOUR CHEESE CALZONES

Broccoli and Four Cheese Calzones image

Calzones are a fun variation for pizza lovers! Try substituting frozen chopped spinach for the broccoli. All-purpose flour will work if you do not have bread flour handy!

Provided by MARBALET

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian

Time 3h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 ⅓ cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
2 tablespoons olive oil
⅔ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dried oregano
4 cups bread flour
2 ½ teaspoons active dry yeast
1 (10 ounce) package chopped frozen broccoli, thawed
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup shredded provolone cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup ricotta cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

Place the water, olive oil, salt, oregano, bread flour, and yeast in the bread machine pan in the order recommend by the manufacturer. Select the dough cycle.
Meanwhile, to make the filling, squeeze out excess liquid from broccoli. In a large skillet saute the broccoli and garlic powder with the olive oil. Stir in the grated provolone cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, grated mozzarella cheese, and ricotta cheese.
Once bread cycle has finished, remove dough from machine and roll into 8 inch circles. Spread filling on one half of the circle leaving a border around it for closing. Close the calzone by folding the unfilled side on top of the filled side. Crimp the edges closed with your fingers or a fork. Place on a lightly greased baking pan. Let rise in a draft-free area for 30 minutes.
Brush tops lightly with olive oil. Bake in a preheated 500 degree F (260 degrees C) oven for 20 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.7 calories, Carbohydrate 3.8 g, Cholesterol 19.5 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 9.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 529 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

BROCCOLI AND CHEESE CALZONES

Broccoli and Cheese Calzones image

Make and share this Broccoli and Cheese Calzones recipe from Food.com.

Provided by sofie-a-toast

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 2 calzones, 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 (10 ounce) package frozen broccoli, thawed, drained, squeezed dry and chopped
1 (10 ounce) prepared refrigerated pizza dough
3 green onions, chopped (white and light green parts)
1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1/2 cup crumbled gorgonzola or 1/2 cup other blue cheese
1/2 cup packed grated Fontina cheese
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
salt & freshly ground black pepper
flour
2 cups marinara sauce (I use roasted garlic flavor)

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 425. In a med bowl, mix the broccoli, green onions, ricotta, gorgonzola, parmesan and fontina. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Sprinkle a large baking sheet with flour. Unfold the dough and gently stretch and/or roll the dough to an 11-inch square; cut the dough in half diagonally, forming 2 triangles. Place half of the filling in the center of each traingle. Fold one side of each triangle over the filling, forming 2 triangle calzones. Press the edges of the dough to seal. Cut 3 slits in the top of each to allow steam to escape.
Bake the calzones for about 15 minutes, until golden brown. Serve hot with marinara poured on top or on the side to dip.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 684.5, Fat 37.5, SaturatedFat 20.7, Cholesterol 102.8, Sodium 2237.3, Carbohydrate 49.2, Fiber 11.5, Sugar 26.2, Protein 39.7

Tips:

For a crispy crust, use a combination of all-purpose flour and bread flour.
To prevent the calzones from drying out, brush them with melted butter or olive oil before baking.
Feel free to get creative with the fillings! You can add other vegetables, like spinach, zucchini, or mushrooms.
For a vegetarian version, omit the ham and add more vegetables.
Serve the calzones with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara sauce, Alfredo sauce, or ranch dressing.

Conclusion:

Broccoli and cheese calzones are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and they can also be made ahead of time and frozen for later. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give these broccoli and cheese calzones a try!

Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...

Check it out »

#weeknight #30-minutes-or-less #time-to-make #course #main-ingredient #cuisine #preparation #occasion #for-1-or-2 #lunch #main-dish #eggs-dairy #vegetables #easy #european #beginner-cook #kid-friendly #vegetarian #pizza #italian #cheese #dietary #sandwiches #broccoli #brunch #taste-mood #savory #number-of-servings #3-steps-or-less