Best 4 Karins Veggie Calzones Recipes

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For those who cherish the delectable fusion of flavors and textures, Karin's veggie calzones stand as a culinary masterpiece, tantalizing taste buds with a symphony of vegetables, herbs, and cheese, all enveloped in a golden-brown, crispy crust. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets behind crafting this irresistible dish, promising a delightful experience that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

VEGGIE CALZONES



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Bread dough makes it a breeze to assemble these savory turnovers. If you have a favorite pizza dough, use it instead. These freeze well and once they are frozen, they can be heated in half an hour. -Lee Ann Lowe, Gray, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons canola oil
3 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 loaves (1 pound each) frozen bread dough, thawed
1 large egg
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute mushrooms, onion and green pepper in oil until tender. Add tomatoes; cook and stir 3 minutes. Stir in tomato paste; set aside. Combine cheeses and set aside. , On a lightly floured surface, divide dough into eight pieces. Roll each piece into a 7-in. circle. Spoon a scant 1/2 cup of vegetable mixture and 1/4 cup of cheese mixture over one side of each circle. Brush edges of dough with water; fold dough over filling and press edges with a fork to seal. Place calzones 3 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 20 minutes., Preheat oven to 375°. Whisk egg and water; brush over calzones. Bake 33-37 minutes or until golden brown. Freeze option: Bake calzones 15 minutes and cool. Place in resealable freezer bags; seal and freeze up to 3 months. To use, preheat oven to 350°. Place frozen calzones 2 in. apart on a greased baking sheet. Bake 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 953mg sodium, Carbohydrate 67g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

KARIN'S VEGGIE CALZONES



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Any veggie will work in these. Good for a vegetarian Sunday dinner! Get your kids to eat their veggies!

Provided by Autumn Pumpkin

Categories     Vegetarian Pie

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 pound prepared pizza dough
⅓ cup chopped fresh spinach
⅓ cup sliced fresh mushrooms
⅓ cup sliced zucchini
⅓ cup chopped cabbage
⅓ cup chopped green bell pepper
⅓ cup seeded and sliced tomato
⅓ cup chopped onion
⅓ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
⅓ cup artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
⅓ cup sliced black olives
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
½ cup grated Asiago cheese, divided
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup marinara sauce for dipping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
  • Divide pizza dough into 4 equal parts. Roll each piece into a large oval on a lightly floured surface.
  • Mix spinach, mushrooms, zucchini, cabbage, green bell pepper, fresh tomato, onion, sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, olives, garlic, and Italian seasoning in a large bowl. Season with salt and black pepper. Divide vegetable mixture over the center of each piece of dough, leaving about a 1-inch border of dough. Sprinkle about 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese and about 2 tablespoons Asiago cheese over vegetables
  • Fold pizza dough in half to create a half-moon; pinch and seal the edges of each calzone. Transfer calzones to the prepared baking sheet. Cut small holes on the top of each to vent; brush tops with olive oil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 30 minutes. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella cheese and Asiago cheese evenly over each calzone and continue baking until cheese is melted and crust is golden brown, 5 to 10 minutes more. Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 650.3 calories, Carbohydrate 72.5 g, Cholesterol 40.4 mg, Fat 28 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 26.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 1702 mg, Sugar 15.5 g

KARIN'S VEGGIE CALZONES



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Any veggie will work in these. Good for a vegetarian Sunday dinner! Get your kids to eat their veggies!

Provided by Autumn Pumpkin

Categories     Vegetarian Pie

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 pound prepared pizza dough
⅓ cup chopped fresh spinach
⅓ cup sliced fresh mushrooms
⅓ cup sliced zucchini
⅓ cup chopped cabbage
⅓ cup chopped green bell pepper
⅓ cup seeded and sliced tomato
⅓ cup chopped onion
⅓ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
⅓ cup artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
⅓ cup sliced black olives
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
½ cup grated Asiago cheese, divided
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup marinara sauce for dipping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
  • Divide pizza dough into 4 equal parts. Roll each piece into a large oval on a lightly floured surface.
  • Mix spinach, mushrooms, zucchini, cabbage, green bell pepper, fresh tomato, onion, sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, olives, garlic, and Italian seasoning in a large bowl. Season with salt and black pepper. Divide vegetable mixture over the center of each piece of dough, leaving about a 1-inch border of dough. Sprinkle about 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese and about 2 tablespoons Asiago cheese over vegetables
  • Fold pizza dough in half to create a half-moon; pinch and seal the edges of each calzone. Transfer calzones to the prepared baking sheet. Cut small holes on the top of each to vent; brush tops with olive oil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 30 minutes. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella cheese and Asiago cheese evenly over each calzone and continue baking until cheese is melted and crust is golden brown, 5 to 10 minutes more. Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 650.3 calories, Carbohydrate 72.5 g, Cholesterol 40.4 mg, Fat 28 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 26.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 1702 mg, Sugar 15.5 g

VEGETARIAN CALZONES



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Our Test Kitchen home economists created this recipe for a flavorful sandwich that blends fresh herbs and three kinds of cheese.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup chopped sweet onion
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chopped fresh spinach
2 teaspoons each shredded Swiss, mozzarella and Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon minced chives
1 teaspoon minced fresh basil or 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh dill or 1/8 teaspoon dill weed
Salt and pepper to taste
1 egg, separated
4 frozen bread dough rolls, thawed
Fresh dill sprigs, optional

Steps:

  • In a skillet, saute the onion, red pepper and mushrooms in oil until tender. Remove from the heat and stir in the spinach, cheeses, seasonings and egg white; set aside. On a lightly floured surface, roll each ball of dough into a 5-in. circle. Spoon a fourth of vegetable mixture onto the center of each circle to within 1 in. of edge. Fold dough over filling; pinch edged to seal., Place on a greased baking sheet. Place a fresh dill sprig on each if desired. Beat egg yolk and brush over tops. Bake at 375° for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.

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Tips:

  • For a crispy crust, make sure the dough is thin and evenly rolled out.
  • Don't overcrowd the calzones, or they won't cook evenly.
  • Be careful not to overfill the calzones, or they will be difficult to seal.
  • If you are using a wet filling, such as ricotta cheese, be sure to drain it well before using.
  • To prevent the calzones from drying out, brush them with olive oil before baking.
  • Serve the calzones hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Veggie calzones are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With a little planning, you can make calzones that are both healthy and satisfying. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give veggie calzones a try!

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