Herbed Calzone with Provençal Vegetables
Provençal cuisine is famous for its use of fresh herbs and Mediterranean vegetables. This calzone is a fusion of the classic Italian stuffed pizza and the flavors of southern France, where Herbes de Provence and feta cheese harmonize with sautéed vegetables. Perfect for a light dinner or lunch.
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Preparation Steps
1
Sift the flour into a large mixing bowl, add the salt, and stir to combine. This helps achieve a consistent dough texture.
2
Dissolve the yeast in the lukewarm water, then add it to the flour. Pour in the olive oil and start to mix the dough.
3
Knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic. If it is sticky, add a little flour, but not too much, as it may dry out the dough.
4
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5
Cut the bell pepper and zucchini into thin slices. In a skillet, sauté the vegetables in a little olive oil over medium heat, then add the minced garlic and Herbes de Provence.
6
Crumble the feta into smaller pieces and add it to the sautéed vegetables, then let it cool.
7
Punch down the risen dough on a floured surface, then divide it into 4 equal parts and roll each one into a circle.
8
Thinly spread the tomato sauce over half of each dough circle, being careful to leave the edges free.
9
Spoon the Herbes de Provence-seasoned vegetables onto the tomato sauce base, then sprinkle with the grated mozzarella.
10
Fold the dough in half, press down the edges, then use a fork to seal them well so that they do not open during baking.
11
Place the calzones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, then brush with beaten egg to give them a beautiful golden-brown color.
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Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
13
Let the finished calzones rest for a few minutes, then serve warm.
