CHEESE 'N' SAUSAGE CALZONES

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I love experimenting with recipes. Luckily, my husband likes to sample new foods, and this easy calzone recipe is great for dinner. -Maryann Kipling, Dayton, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 40 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

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Ingredients

2 containers (15 ounces each) ricotta cheese
4 cups (1 pound) shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup finely chopped green pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons canola oil
2 pounds bulk Italian sausage
10 loaves (1 pound each) frozen bread dough, thawed
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 jars (16 ounces each) spaghetti sauce, heated

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine cheeses, oregano and basil; set aside. In a large skillet, saute the onion, green pepper and garlic in oil until tender; add to cheese mixture. In the same skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain and stir into cheese mixture. , Divide each loaf of dough into four portions; roll each into a 6-in. circle. Spoon 2 tablespoons of filling on half of one circle; fold dough over filling and seal edges. Repeat with remaining dough and filling. Brush with butter. Place on greased baking sheets. , Bake at 350° for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with spaghetti sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 335mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.