Calzoni Di Ricotta recipe

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Ingredients :

• 3 ½ cups flour
• salt
• ½ cup shortening, diced
• 2 eggs, beaten
• lemon juice
• 1 cup ricotta
• ½ cup ham, diced
• ½ cup provolone, diced
• egg yolks
• ½ teaspoon pepper, freshly ground
• egg white, whisked
• oil, for frying

Preparation and Cooking Instructions :

1. For Dough : Add the salt to the flour and on a working surface make a well in the center.
2. Add the eggs, shortening and lemon juice.
3. Mix it all together to make a smooth dough.
4. For Filling : Mix the ricotta, egg yolks, ham and provolone.
5. Add the salt and pepper to taste. Mix well until thoroughly combined.
6. To Assemble : Flatten the dough and roll out into fairly thin sheets. Cut 4 x 8" circles.
7. Divide the filling between the four circles.
8. Brush the edges with the egg whites and fold over. Close the edges securely.
9. Deep fry until golden brown. Drain well on paper towels and serve hot.