Traditional Calzone Recipe: How to Make It

Ingredients

• 5-1/2 to 6 cups all-purpose flour
• 4-1/2 teaspoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
• 1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast
• 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1-1/2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1-1/4 cups water
• 10 tablespoons butter
• 2 large eggs
• FILLING:
• 3 pounds bulk Italian sausage
• 3 cartons (15 ounces each) ricotta cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Romano cheese
• 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1/4 cup dried parsley flakes
• EGG WASH:
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons water