Ricotta, Spinach and Tomato Calzone

This is my first attempt at a Blog and also my first attempt at actually publishing one of my tasty recipes that my family enjoys, so, if they're brave enough to eat what I prepare and also seem to heartily enjoy it; I thought I would give this a shot.  I'll add more of my favorites and my family's favorites soon.  In the meantime, try this one, they disappeared so fast I wondered if I actually made them.

Ricotta, Spinach and Tomato Calzone

Serving Size 1 Loaf - Servings: 16

Pre-Heat Oven to 350

4 loaves of any brand frozen bread dough (I used Rhodes, however homemade would also be yummy)
1lb of Whole Ricotta Cheese-drained (I used fresh, but a tub would work just as well)
1 lg can of diced tomatoes-drained
2 cups of fresh baby spinach, coarsely chopped
2 fresh shallots finely chopped (1 small onion would also work)
4 cloves fresh garlic finely chopped (minced would work fine)
1-8oz pkg of shredded pizza blend cheese (plain mozzarella would work well too)
1/4 cup of shredded parmesean cheese
2 tbs of shredded parmesean cheese - for topping
1 tsp of garlic powder
2 tsp of basil
2  tsp of oregano
2 tsp of parsely
1 tsp of italian seasoning-for topping
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
non-stick cooking spray
Any brand sauce for dipping

First let bread dough thaw until pliable, divide loaves up into 4 even sections.  Set aside.

Mix drained ricotta cheese and tomatoes together until well combined.  Stir in chopped spinach and shallots.  Toss in all dry ingredients and stir all together until mixed well together.

Work each section into a 6" to 8" disc, place 3/4 cup of mixture onto one side of the disc, bring over the other side to cover and pinch together and seal well.  Place on well sprayed non stick cookie sheet.  I fit 4 on each sheet.

Mix together the italian seasoning with the evvo, using a pastry brush, gently brush both sides of each calzone and then sprinkle the remaining 2 Tbs of parmesean cheese over the calzones.
Let raise until double in size and bake for approximately 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown on both sides.

Serve with your favorite brand of pizza or spaghetti sauce and Enjoy :)