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Pizza Rustica Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes (excluding cooling time)
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

Pizza Rustica is a traditional Italian savory pie, filled with a rich and creamy mixture of ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, provolone cheeses, and assorted cured meats like salami and prosciutto. Baked inside a flaky pie crust, this hearty dish is perfect for gatherings and serves as a delicious main course or appetizer, enjoyed warm or at room temperature.


Ingredients

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Pie Crust

  • 2 sheets of pie crust or homemade pastry dough

Filling

  • 1 lb ricotta cheese (drained)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup cubed provolone cheese
  • 1/2 cup chopped salami
  • 1/2 cup chopped prosciutto or ham
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Egg Wash

  • 1 egg (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the Pizza Rustica evenly.
  2. Prepare Pie Dish: Line a 9-inch pie dish with one sheet of pie dough, pressing it gently into the edges and up the sides to form the base crust.
  3. Mix Filling: In a large bowl, combine the drained ricotta, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, cubed provolone, chopped salami, chopped prosciutto or ham, 4 eggs, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
  4. Fill Pie Crust: Pour the prepared filling mixture into the pie crust-lined dish, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even surface.
  5. Top with Second Crust: Place the second sheet of pie dough over the filling. Seal the edges by pressing and crimping them together, then cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
  6. Apply Egg Wash: Beat one egg and brush it over the top crust to give the pie a beautiful golden brown finish.
  7. Bake: Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 45 to 55 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is fully set and cooked through.
  8. Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the Pizza Rustica cool for at least 30 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature for the best flavors and texture.

Notes

  • Draining the ricotta cheese removes excess moisture, which helps prevent a soggy crust.
  • Allowing the pie to cool before slicing helps set the filling for clean slices.
  • You can substitute prosciutto with ham or other cured meats depending on availability and preference.
  • Use homemade pie crust or store-bought sheets of pastry dough for convenience.
  • Leftover Pizza Rustica can be refrigerated and served cold or reheated gently in the oven.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian