Ingredients
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24 ounces prepared pizza dough
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8 slices prosciutto
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2 cups ricotta cheese, drained
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper to taste
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½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1 ½ cups finely diced smoked ham
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4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced, drained on paper towels
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1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
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1 tablespoon cornmeal
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1 egg
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1 teaspoon water
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1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
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2 cups marinara sauce for dipping, heated (Optional)
Directions
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Preheat oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Divide dough into 4 equal portions; shape each into a ball. On a lightly floured surface, flatten each dough ball into a flat circle and roll out into an 8- or 9-inch circle.
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Place 2 prosciutto slices on one half of each circle of dough, leaving a 1-inch empty border. Spoon ricotta cheese on prosciutto. Season with a pinch of salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Top with chopped ham, mozzarella slices, and a drizzle of olive oil.
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Moisten edge of dough with a bit of water using your fingertip. Fold the empty half of the dough over the filling and lightly seal edges. Crimp the edges up to completely seal the calzone.
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Sprinkle lined baking sheet with cornmeal. Transfer calzones to baking sheet. Cut several small slits in the top of the crust with the tip of a knife to allow for venting.
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Beat egg with water to make egg wash. Brush the calzones with egg wash. Dust with grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Remove excess cornmeal and grated cheese from around calzones to avoid smoke from the hot oven.
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Bake in preheated oven until browned, about 15 minutes. Let cool 15 minutes before serving. Serve with heated marinara sauce for dipping.
![close up view of a Ham and Cheese Calzone on a baking sheet]()
Chef John
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 895 | Calories |
| 35g | Fat |
| 100g | Carbs |
| 41g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 895 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 35g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat 11g | 57% |
| Cholesterol 116mg | 39% |
| Sodium 3340mg | 145% |
| Total Carbohydrate 100g | 36% |
| Dietary Fiber 6g | 20% |
| Total Sugars 20g | |
| Protein 41g | 82% |
| Vitamin C 20mg | 23% |
| Calcium 274mg | 21% |
| Iron 6mg | 34% |
| Potassium 603mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
