Calzoni Di Ricotta

* Exported from MasterCook *

Calzoni Di Ricotta

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Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Ethnic Cheese
Breads

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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3 1/2 cups Flour
Salt
1/2 cup Shortening -- diced
2 Eggs -- beaten
Lemon juice -- 1
1 cup Ricotta
1/2 cup Ham -- diced
1/2 cup Provolone -- diced
Egg yolks
1/2 teaspoon Pepper -- freshly ground
Egg white -- whisked
Oil -- for frying

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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