Bulk Pepperoni and Cheese Panzerottis

Thaw the Pizza Dough

• Thaw the pizza dough according to instructions. Generally overnight in the fridge
  
• Once the dough is thaw bring to room temperature by placing it on the counter for 30 minutes.

Prepare the Filling

• Shed the cheese and cut up any additional toppings your family likes.
• Open your homemade jar of pizza sauce (or store-bought)

Roll the Dough

• Lightly flour your work space
• Divide 1 ball of dough into 6 equal smaller balls- or the best size that fits your family needs.
• Roll each ball to about 6-7" in diameter. Be careful not to roll the dough too thin as it might tear.

Fill the Panzerotti

• Spread about 1-2 tablespoons of marinara sauce onto half of each dough circle, leaving a ½-inch border around the edge.
• Add 5-6 slices of pepperoni and a generous ¼ cup of shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce. Or use whatever topping you choose. Be sure not to over-fill to prevent the top from ripping.

Prepare the Egg Wash

• In a small bowl, beat the egg and 1tbsp of water to create the egg wash.
• Brush the inside edge of each panzerotti on the opposite side as the toppings.

Seal the Panzerotti

• Fold the dough over the filling to form a semi-circle. Pinch the edges together tightly, then crimp them with a fork to seal completely.
• Repeat with the remaining dough circles and filling.
• Brush the tops of each panzerotti and the sealed egg with a little bit of egg wash to create a golden-brown finish.

Repeat

• Follows steps above for each remaining ball of dough or until you are done.

Freezing Instructions

• Place the assembled, uncooked panzerotti on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• Freeze them in a single layer for 2-3 hours, or until solid.
• Once frozen, transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or airtight container, separating layers with parchment paper.
• Label the bag with the date and contents. These will keep well in the freezer for up to 6 months, if they don’t get ate before that !

Cooking Instructions

To Bake Fresh:

• Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Place the prepared panzerotti on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
• Bake for 5-10 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
• Let cool for a few minutes before serving with extra marinara sauce on the side.

To Cook from Frozen:

• Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Place the frozen panzerotti directly on a parchment-lined baking sheet (no need to thaw).
• Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
• Let cool for a few minutes before serving with your favorite sauce for dipping.