Calzone

DOUGH
1 pkg. yeast
3/4 cup warm water
3 cups flour
Salt to taste
1/2 cup warm water
1 tablespoon olive oil

FILLING
1 lb. sweet Italian sausage
1 small onion, diced
1 green pepper, chopped
4 ounce black olives, sliced
1/2 lb. pepperoni, in 1/4 inch cubes
1 tablespoon parsley
8 ounce tomato sauce

2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded

DOUGH
Mix yeast and 3/4 cup water and set aside to proof. Gradually stir in flour, salt, 1/2 cup water, and oil. Knead dough for 10 minutes. Cover and let rise until double.

FILLING
Brown sausage in a skillet. Add onion, green pepper, olives, pepperoni, and parsley. Sauté until onion is soft and clear. Stir in tomato sauce.

PREPARATION
Roll out 2-3 inch ball of dough to 1/8 inch thickness. Spoon small amount of filling into center, then sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Fold over to form a semi-circle, then press to seal edges. Place on a greased cookie sheet. Brush tops with olive oil and bake at 450 deg F. for 25 minutes or until golden brown.

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