Bacon & Sheep Cheese Calzone

This recipe blends bold Hungarian sheep cheese (Bryndza) with Italian dough. The tangy, salty cheese pairs perfectly with smoky bacon. A neutral dough balances the strong flavors.
🕒 Prep Time 1 hr 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 1 hr 40 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 850 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hungarian-Italian Fusion

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Skillet
  • Bowl
  • Baking sheet

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Egg

Instructions

1

Make dough, rise 1 hour.

Tip: Smooth dough.
2

Cook bacon, drain.

Tip: Cool it.
3

Roll dough circles. Add cheeses and bacon. Season.

Tip: Mozzarella binds.
4

Seal, brush egg, vent.

Tip: Steam escape.
5

Bake 400°F 20 mins.

Recipe FAQ

Too salty.
Taste cheese first; mix with sour cream if too strong.

Ingredients

  • 1.1 lb All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 packet Active Dry Yeast
  • 1.25 cups Warm Water
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 7 oz Bacon (diced)
  • 5 oz Sheep's Milk Cheese (like Bryndza or Feta)
  • 3.5 oz Mozzarella
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp Oregano
  • 1 tsp Basil
  • 1 whole Egg (wash)