Calzoni Di Ricotta


Course : Italian
Serves: 1
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Ingredients:


3 1/2 cups flour

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup shortening -- diced

2 large eggs -- beaten

1 medium lemon juice -- 1

1 cup ricotta

1/2 cup ham -- diced

1/2 cup provolone -- diced

2 large egg yolks

1/2 teaspoon pepper -- freshly ground

1 large egg white -- whisked

2 Cup oil -- for frying
 

Preparation / Directions:


Dough-Add the salt to the flour and on a working surface make a well in the center. Add the eggs, shortening and lemon juice. Mix it all together to make a smoothe dough. Filling-Mix the ricotta, egg yolks, ham and provolone. Add the salt and pepper to taste. Mix well until thoroughly combined. Assembly-Flatten the dough and roll out into fairly thin sheets. Cut 4 8" circles. Divide the filling betwwn the four circles. Brush the edges with the egg whites and fold over. Close the edges securely. Cook-Deep fry until golden brown. Drain well on paper towels and serve hot. ***these may be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven. They may also be frozen to use at a later date.


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