FRESH MOZZARELLA, TOMATO AND OLIVE PIZZA POCKETS

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The traditional reason for wrapping ingredients in pastry - be it Cornish pasties, Jamaican meat patties or even pizza pockets and knishes - is to make an edible container that facilitates transport and obviates the need for niceties like forks and plates. These pizza pockets couldn't be easier to make, and they are delicious whether eaten with a knife and fork or your fingers.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, lunch, pizza and calzones, main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 ounces fresh mozzarella, shredded
3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
6 tablespoons chopped, pitted Kalamata olives
5 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 large garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
Ground black pepper, to taste
1 pound refrigerated pizza dough
Flour for rolling dough

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except dough.
  • Divide dough into four equal pieces; roll each piece into a ball. On a lightly floured surface, roll one ball into a 7-inch round. Mound 1/4 of the filling on half the dough. Fold other dough half over the filling and pinch edges together to seal. Transfer pocket to prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough and filling.
  • With a sharp knife, cut several slits in top of each pastry. Bake pockets until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 493, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 62 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 23 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 1211 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

Kago Tshetlhe
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These pizza pockets sound like a great party food. I'm going to make them for my next get-together.


Keeyan Bezuidenhout
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I love the idea of using fresh mozzarella and tomatoes in these pizza pockets. It sounds like a great way to use up leftover ingredients.


Raza Samoo
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I'm not a big fan of pizza pockets, but these look really good. I might have to give them a try.


Ajju Bhai07
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I'm definitely going to try this recipe. It looks so easy and delicious.


manna Vai
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These pizza pockets look amazing! I can't wait to try them.


Pau t t
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my pizza pockets turned out doughy and undercooked.


Umeratif Atif
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The pizza pockets were a bit too greasy for me. I think I would use less olive oil next time.


Olamide Olamioluwa
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These pizza pockets were a little bland for my taste. I think I would add more spices next time.


Sharon Paul
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pizza pockets turned out great! I will definitely be making them again.


Muzammil Adezian
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The pizza pockets were delicious! The dough was perfectly crispy and the filling was flavorful and cheesy.


Ssempa Joe
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I love how easy these pizza pockets are to make. They're perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Nafiz Nihad
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These pizza pockets were a hit with my family! The flavors of the fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and olives complemented each other perfectly.