Best 8 Muffeletta Calzone Recipes

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The muffuletta calzone is a delicious Italian dish that combines the flavors of a traditional muffuletta sandwich with the convenience of a calzone. This unique dish is a great way to enjoy the classic muffuletta flavors in a new and exciting way. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy meal or a fun and festive party appetizer, the muffuletta calzone is a great choice. With a crispy crust and a flavorful filling of Italian meats, cheeses, and vegetables, this dish is sure to please everyone at your table. So if you're looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy the flavors of a traditional muffuletta sandwich, give the muffuletta calzone a try. You won't be disappointed!

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

MUFFULETTA CALZONES



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Recipe is from Southern Living. A take on the traditional New Orleans sandwich. Rinsing the pickled vegetables removes some of the brine, making them a little less salty. Roll each piece of dough a little at a time so it can rest and stretch a lot easier.

Provided by DailyInspiration

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 44m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 cup pickled vegetables, mixed (jarred, rinsed and drained and finely chopped)
1 (7 ounce) package provolone cheese (Italian blend, shredded)
8 slices genoa salami (thin slices and chopped)
1/2 cup ham, diced
1/4 cup pimento stuffed olive, sliced
1 lb pizza dough
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Stir together 1 tablespoons olive oil, pickled vegetables and next 4 ingredients.
  • Place dough on a lightly floured surface. Cut dough into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a 7-inch circle.
  • Place 2 dough circles on a lightly greased baking dish. Spoon vegetable mixture evenly on top of circles, mounding mixture on dough and leaving a 1-inch border. Moisten edges of dough with water, and top with remaining 2 dough circles. Press and crimp edges to seal. Cut small slits on tops to allow steam to escape. Brush with remaining 1 tablespoons olive oil and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
  • Bake at 425 degrees F for 20 - 24 minutes or until golden brown.

MUFFULETTA



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 ounces Greek mix pitted olives
3 sun-dried tomatoes
2 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
6 sesame seed buns
12 ounces sliced mortadella
12 ounces sliced salami
6 ounces giardiniera, chopped
12 ounces sliced black forest ham
6 ounces sliced provolone
6 leaves green leaf lettuce
12 slices tomato

Steps:

  • For the tapenade: Combine the olives, tomatoes, garlic, olive oil and vinegar in a food processor and pulse until the mixture is chopped but not pureed. Season with salt and pepper.
  • For the sandwich: Spread some tapenade on both sides of the buns. Build each sandwich as follows: 2 ounces of mortadella, 2 ounces of salami, 1 ounce of chopped giardiniera, 2 ounces ham, 1 ounce of provolone, 1 lettuce leaf, 2 slices of tomato and top with the other half of the bun.

MUFFULETTA CALZONE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 5h45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

1 cup warm water (110 to 115 degrees)
1 package active dry yeast
Pinch sugar
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus additional as needed
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound provolone, cut into thin strips
4 ounces mortadella, cut into thin strips
4 ounces Genoa salami, cut into thin strips
1 large egg, lightly beaten with 2 teaspoons water
2 2/3 cups Jimmy's Olive Salad, recipe follows
1 cup coarsely chopped, pitted, large green Greek olives (with herbs and marinated in oil)
1 cup coarsely chopped queen size Manzanilla olives with pimentos
1 (15 1/2-ounce) jar marinated vegetables (in vinegar), drained and chopped into small pieces
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon Roasted-Garlic Puree, recipe follows
2 teaspoons capers, drained and rinsed
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup peeled garlic cloves
1 cup extra virgin or regular olive oil

Steps:

  • To prepare the dough, pour warm water in a small bowl. Sprinkle the yeast and sugar onto the top of the water. Briefly let the water absorb the yeast, then stir to dissolve it. Let stand for 15 minutes until the mixture is foamy. In the bowl of a heavy-duty electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine 1 1/2 cups of the flour and the salt on low speed. Add the yeast mixture and oil, and beat until smooth, about 1 minute. Add the remaining 1 cup of flour and beat for 1 minute, until the dough just clears the sides of the bowl. Turn the dough out on a lightly floured work surface and knead for 2 to 3 minutes, until dough is smooth and elastic. The dough should be soft, but use additional flour as needed, 1 tablespoon at a time. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and allow to rest in a warm place until tripled in bulk, about 1 1/2 hours. Cut the dough into 8 pieces and roll each into a ball. Using a rolling pin or your hand, flatten into 6-inch circles on a lightly floured surface.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • To fill calzones, distribute the cheese and meat equally among the 8 circles of dough, placing the fillings on the lower 1/3 of each circle. Moisten the edges of each dough circle with water. Fold the top 1/2 of the dough over the bottom 1/2 to form a half moon, and seal the edges by crimping with a fork. Lightly brush the top and edges of each calzone with egg wash.
  • Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake until golden brown, 18 to 20 minutes. Serve each calzone on top of a small mound of Jimmy's Olive Salad.
  • To prepare the olive salad, combine all ingredients thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to allow the salad to marinate. Store in container with a tight-fitting lid.
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Preheat the oven to300 degrees.
  • Place the garlic in a small ovenproof container and pour in the oil. Use additional oil if needed to completely immerse all the garlic cloves. Cover the container with aluminum foil and roast 1 hour, until garlic is soft and light golden brown.
  • Strain the garlic and place in a blender along with 2 tablespoons of the oil. Puree to a smooth consistency, adding a small amount of oil if necessary. Pour into a container and cover the top of the puree with a thin layer of the oil. Cover and store in the refrigerator.
  • Yield: 1 cup

MUFFULETTA WELLINGTONS



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This recipe is inspired by the muffuletta, a sandwich originating in New Orleans made with deli meat and olive salad. These are snack-sized sandwiches with all the goodness of a muffuletta baked inside pizza dough. You can substitute the meats for your favorites, like turkey or roast beef. -Chelsea Madren, Fullerton, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons melted butter, divided
1 tablespoon cornmeal
1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust
6 tablespoons olive bruschetta
18 slices thinly sliced hard salami
12 slices thinly sliced Black Forest deli ham
6 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese
6 slices provolone cheese
1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Grease a 12-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet with 1 tablespoon butter. Sprinkle with cornmeal; set aside., Unroll pizza dough; cut into 6 portions. On a floured surface, roll each portion into a 6-in. square. Place 1 tablespoon olive bruschetta in center of each square; top with salami, ham, mozzarella cheese and provolone cheese. Bring 4 corners of dough together above filling; pinch edges to seal., Place in prepared skillet, seam side down. Brush with remaining 2 tablespoons butter; sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake until golden brown, 20-25 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 562 calories, Fat 33g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 1815mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

MUFFULETTA



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Muffuletta, which originated in New Orleans, is named after the round, crusty Sicilian loaf of bread it's traditionally served on. While I favor my own olive salad, there are several good versions available in most supermarkets. -Lou Sansevero, Ferron, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 cup pimiento-stuffed olives, chopped
3/4 cup olive oil
1 celery rib, finely chopped
1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini, chopped
1/2 cup pitted Greek olives, chopped
1/4 cup cocktail onions, drained and chopped
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons capers, drained
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1 round loaf (1 pound) unsliced Italian bread
1/2 pound thinly sliced Genoa salami
1/2 pound thinly sliced deli ham
1/2 pound sliced mortadella
1/2 pound sliced Swiss cheese
1/2 pound sliced provolone cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 14 ingredients. Cover and refrigerate at least 8 hours. , Cut bread in half horizontally; carefully hollow out top and bottom, leaving a 1-in. shell (discard removed bread or save for another use). Spoon half the olive mixture over bottom half of bread. Layer with salami, ham, mortadella, Swiss and provolone; top with remaining olive mixture. Replace bread top. Wrap tightly. Refrigerate at least 3 hours or overnight. Cut into 8 wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 762 calories, Fat 59g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 2326mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

MUFFULETTA SANDWICH



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My Italian family loves this recipe! A crusty loaf of Italian bread is cut in half, and layered with olives, and various meats and cheeses.

Provided by Mary48

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (1 pound) loaf fresh Italian bread
⅓ cup olive oil
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 tablespoon dried oregano
8 oil-cured black olives, pitted and chopped
8 pitted green olives, chopped
¼ pound thinly sliced salami
¼ pound thinly sliced ham
½ pound provolone cheese, sliced
¼ pound mozzarella cheese, sliced

Steps:

  • Slice bread in half lengthwise. Drizzle olive oil on both sides. Sprinkle both sides with Parmesan cheese, basil, and oregano.
  • On the bottom half, layer chopped black olives and chopped green olives, then the salami, ham, provolone, and mozzarella. Cover with top layer, and cut into 4 servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 975.4 calories, Carbohydrate 61.3 g, Cholesterol 107.4 mg, Fat 59.9 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 46.2 g, SaturatedFat 22.2 g, Sodium 2790.2 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

CLASSIC MEAT LOVER'S CALZONES RECIPE BY TASTY



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Making a calzone from scratch might seem intimidating but this meat lover's calzone recipe makes it easy. Have fun kneading the dough, rolling it out, and stuffing it with a delicious sausage filling. If you aren't sharing these, freeze them and reheat later for a quick lunch or dinner.

Provided by Katie Aubin

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 serving

Number Of Ingredients 14

¾ cup warm water
1 ½ teaspoons instant yeast, (1/2 packet)
2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 links Italian sausage, casings removed and sausage crumbled
½ yellow onion, diced
½ teaspoon kosher salt, plus a pinch
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup marinara sauce, plus more for dipping
8 slices deli ham
20 slices pepperoni
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 large egg

Steps:

  • Make the dough: In a medium bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, flour, and salt. Mix with a rubber spatula until well-combined and the dough comes together into a ball.
  • Lightly flour a clean surface, then turn the dough out and knead for 1-2 minutes to smooth and encourage gluten development. Shape the dough into a ball.
  • Drizzle the olive oil in a clean large bowl. Add the dough ball and turn to coat in the oil. Cover with a kitchen towel and let rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  • Preheat the oven to 425˚F (220˚C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • While the dough is rising, make the filling: Add the sausage to a medium nonstick pan over medium heat and cook until no longer pink, 5-6 minutes. Add the onion, salt, and pepper and continue to cook until the sausage is browned, about 5 minutes more. Remove from the heat and let cool.
  • After the dough has risen, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough into 4 portions, then roll each into and round about ¼-inch (½ cm) thick.
  • Spread ¼ of the sauce over one half of each dough round, leaving a ½-inch (1 cm) border along the edge. Top each one with 2 slices of ham, 5 pepperoni, ¼ of the sausage and onion mixture, and ¼ cup (25 G) of mozzarella cheese.
  • Lightly beat the egg with a pinch of salt. Brush the egg wash on the border of the dough, fold the other half over, and press the edges together. Starting from one corner, fold the dough over itself in a twist. Tuck the other corner underneath. Transfer the calzones to the prepared baking sheet. Brush lightly with egg wash and score the tops with a knife to allow steam to escape.
  • Bake for 15-17 minutes, until golden brown. Let cool for 5 minutes.
  • Serve the calzones with marinara sauce for dipping, if desired.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 619 calories, Carbohydrate 61 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 27 grams, Sugar 3 grams

TRADITIONAL MUFFALETTA BREAD



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This is a wonderful recipe from www.nolacuisine.com/2005/08/21/muffuletta-bread-recipe/ . The right bread makes this special sandwich perfect. I plan to use my trusty 16 yo Panasonic ABM to make the dough. Will raise then shape by hand for second rise & bake as directed in the oven.

Provided by Busters friend

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 3h35m

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup warm water (110 degrees F)
1 tablespoon active dry yeast
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup bread flour
1 1/2 teaspoons iodized salt
2 tablespoons lard
sesame seeds
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 egg
2 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • Combine the water, yeast and sugar in the workbowl of a stand mixer, stir well and let stand for 5-10 minutes or until good and foamy.
  • Meanwhile, combine the flours, salt, and lard in a bowl and work in the fat with your hands until broken up into very small pieces.
  • When the yeast is foamy, fit the mixer with a dough hook attachment and gradually add the flour on low speed until its all incorporated. Scrape the sides down between additions. When the dough comes together, turn it onto a floured work surface and knead until smooth and elastic, 5-10 minutes, adding more flour if necessary. Alternatively, you can let the machine do the work.
  • Coat a large bowl with the Olive Oil, then put the dough in, turning once to coat both sides. Cover loosely with a clean dry towel, or plastic wrap. Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk, about 1-1/2 hours.
  • Punch the dough down and shape into a flat round about 9 inches across (it will expand to about 10″.) Place the dough on a lightly oiled baking sheet. Sprinkle the top with sesame seeds, about 2-3 Tbsp should do it, then press them lightly into the dough. Loosely cover the loaf and let rise until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.
  • When the dough has risen, remove the cover, gently brush with the egg wash then gently place into a preheated 425 degree F oven for 10 minutes. Turn the heat down to 375 degrees F for an additional 25 minutes or until it's golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2113.2, Fat 75.4, SaturatedFat 17.9, Cholesterol 210.3, Sodium 3577.9, Carbohydrate 304.1, Fiber 13.3, Sugar 13.8, Protein 49.9

Tips:

  • Use a good quality bread, such as a crusty Italian bread or a sourdough loaf. This will give your calzone a delicious flavor and texture.
  • Don't overstuff the calzone. If you do, it will be difficult to seal and the filling will spill out.
  • Be careful not to overcook the calzone. The bread should be golden brown and the filling should be hot and bubbly.
  • Serve the calzone with a dipping sauce, such as marinara sauce or pesto. This will add extra flavor and moisture.

Conclusion:

The muffuletta calzone is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a party or a quick weeknight meal. With its flavorful filling and crispy bread, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting recipe, give the muffuletta calzone a try.

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