Pepperoni Calzone

Ingredients

• 1 1-pound loaf frozen italian bread dough, thawed

• 1 3 1/2 oz. package sliced pepperoni

• 1 cup marinara sauce

• 1/2 t. crushed fennel seeds

• 1/2 t. crushed red pepper

• 1 1/2 c. shredded mozzarella cheese

• 1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese

Heat oven to 425.

Divide dough in half and roll each piece into an 8 to 10-inch circle.

In a bowl, combine pepperoni, pizza sauce, fennel and crushed red pepper.

Cover half of each circle with mozzarella cheese, leaving a 1/2 inch border around edge. Top with pepperoni mixture. Fold dough over filling. Press edges together to seal.

Optional -brush top with beaten egg for a golden shiny finish. Garnish with grated Parmesan and parsley.

Place on greased baking sheet and bake 15-18 minutes or until puffed and deep golden brown. Serve with marinara sauce, if desired. Serves 2-4.