Ground Beef and Mushroom Calzones

Experience the ultimate comfort food with these Ground Beef and Mushroom Calzones, a perfect marriage of hearty flavors and ooey-gooey cheese encased in golden, flaky pizza dough. This recipe combines savory ground beef, earthy baby bella mushrooms, and aromatic sautéed onions and garlic, all simmered in marinara sauce with a touch of oregano for a flavorful filling. Topped with melty mozzarella and a sprinkle of Parmesan, these homemade calzones deliver a rich, cheesy bite in every mouthful. Easy to prepare with just 25 minutes of prep time, they’re ideal for busy weeknights or a casual dinner party. Serve them fresh from the oven for a warm, satisfying meal that your family will adore. Perfect for fans of Italian-inspired recipes, these calzones are a delicious way to elevate ground beef and mushrooms into something truly spectacular.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 8 ounces Baby bella mushrooms
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Marinara sauce
• 1.5 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 pound Pizza dough
• 1 large Egg
• 1 tablespoon Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Finely dice the yellow onion and baby bella mushrooms. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Sauté the onion and garlic for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the diced mushrooms, marinara sauce, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let the filling cool.

Step 6

Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Divide it into four equal portions.

Step 7

Spoon an equal amount of the ground beef and mushroom filling onto one half of each portion of dough, leaving about a 1-inch border.

Step 8

Top the filling with shredded mozzarella and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 9

Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape and press the edges together to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative finish.

Step 10

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to make an egg wash. Brush the tops of the calzones with the egg wash.

Step 11

Place the calzones on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 12

Remove the calzones from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1613.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2589.3

Total Fat 135.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 540.6mg	0%
Sodium 4272.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 215.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.1g	0%
Total Sugars 15.0g
Protein 140.7g	0%

Vitamin D 69.6IU	0%
Calcium 441.6mg	0%
Iron 22.7mg	0%
Potassium 2857.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.1%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 32.6%