Calzone is unlike other pizzas in that the base is folded over the topping. This specialty means “pants”, presumably because there is a resemblance
Preheat the oven to 450°F.
Lightly a baking sheet and dust with cornmeal. On a lightly floured surface roll out the dough into a 7-inch circle. Now, using the heels of your hands and working from the center outwards, press out the circle to a diameter of about 12 inches. Transfer to the baking sheet. Brush the entire surface lightly with olive oil.
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Take your time caramelizing onions — rushing with high heat gives you color without the real depth of sweetness. If you'd like to go deeper, Knife Skills & Vegetable Cuts covers this in full.
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