Best 3 Italian Meat And Spinach Pie Recipes

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**Savor the symphony of flavors in a classic Italian Meat and Spinach Pie, a culinary masterpiece that blends succulent ground beef, velvety spinach, and aromatic herbs, enveloped in a golden-brown crust.**

Embark on a culinary journey as we explore a collection of recipes that showcase the versatility of this beloved dish. From the traditional flavors of the basic Italian meat and spinach pie to the tantalizing variations that incorporate unique ingredients and cooking techniques, there's a recipe for every palate and occasion. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary adventure, these recipes will guide you through the process of creating this delectable dish, ensuring a perfect balance of textures and flavors in every bite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ITALIAN MEAT AND SPINACH PIE



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This flavor-packed lasagna-without-noodles pie is the ultimate comfort food. A friend shared this recipe with me years ago and it has become a family favorite. Perfect served with a tossed salad and glass of wine.

Provided by OfficePrisoner1

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 2h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 recipe pastry for a 9-inch pie crust
½ pound ground beef
½ pound mild or hot turkey Italian sausage, casings removed
1 clove garlic, minced
1 onion, chopped
¾ cup chopped red bell pepper
10 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms
1 clove garlic, minced
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 ¼ cups water
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1 cup chopped, seeded plum tomatoes
1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained

Steps:

  • Line a 9-inch pie pan with the pastry and press the edges of the crust with a fork to seal it to the pie dish. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate while you prepare the sauce.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the ground beef, turkey sausage, and 1 clove of minced garlic. Cook and stir until the meat is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess grease. Add the onion, red bell pepper, and mushrooms and cook, stirring frequently, until the onion is soft and translucent and the mushrooms have given off their liquid, about 5 minutes. Add the remaining garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Stir in the tomato paste, water, salt, basil, and oregano and bring the sauce to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Line the chilled pie crust with a double thickness of aluminum foil. Bake for 9 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking until the bottom of the crust is set, about 7 more minutes (see Editor's Note for tips). Remove from the oven and set aside. Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine the spinach, ricotta, and 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese. Spoon the filling into the baked crust. Top with the meat mixture. Cover the edges of the pie crust with foil to prevent over-browning, place the pie on a baking sheet, and bake for 45 minutes.
  • Remove the pie from the oven. Top the meat mixture with 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, chopped tomatoes, and sliced olives. Return it to the oven and bake until the cheese is melted, about 10 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.3 calories, Carbohydrate 25.4 g, Cholesterol 60.1 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 24.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 1098.4 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

ITALIAN MEAT AND SPINACH PIE



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I found this recipe on another site, I tried it and we just loved it! I added a top to make it a pot pie, it turned out even better than expected. This is an amazing comfort food, it defiantly warms the tummy! This recipe also has a lot of room to play around with, you can add or subtract ingredients to suit your taste.

Provided by ashley gore

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 2h5m

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 pre-made pie crust 9 inch
1/2 lb ground beef
3 italian sausages, no casings
2 clove minced garlic
1 onion chopped
1 c chopped red bell pepper
10 oz sliced fresh mushrooms
6oz can(s) tomato paste
1 1/4 c water
1 tsp dried basil
1/2 Tbsp dried oregano
10oz pkg frozen spinach, thawed and drained well
1 c part-skim ricotta cheese
1 1/2 c shredded mozzarella cheese divided
1 medium tomato sliced
3oz can(s) sliced black olives draind

Steps:

  • 1. Line a 9-inch pie pan with the pastry and press the edges of the crust with a fork to seal it to the pie dish. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate while you prepare the sauce.
  • 2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the ground beef, turkey sausage, and 1 clove of minced garlic. Cook and stir until the meat is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess grease. Add the onion, red bell pepper, and mushrooms and cook, stirring frequently, until the onion is soft and translucent and the mushrooms have given off their liquid, about 5 minutes. Add the remaining garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  • 3. Stir in the tomato paste, water, salt, basil, and oregano and bring the sauce to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • 4. Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • 5. Line the chilled pie crust with a double thickness of aluminum foil. Bake for 9 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking until the bottom of the crust is set, about 7 more minutes (see Editor's Note for tips). Remove from the oven and set aside. Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • 6. Combine the spinach, ricotta, and 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese. Spoon the filling into the baked crust. Top with the meat mixture. Cover the edges of the pie crust with foil to prevent over-browning, place the pie on a baking sheet, and bake for 45 minutes.
  • 7. Remove the pie from the oven. Top the meat mixture with 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, sliced tomatoes, and sliced olives. Next add your top pie crust, use a fork to seal edges and make four small slits in the top middle of your crust. Again use foil to protect the crust. Bake about ten minutes or so, then remove foil and continue baking until crust is a nice golden brown, about another ten minutes. Let stand at least ten minutes before serving.

ITALIAN MEAT AND SPINACH PIE



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Creamy and cheesy with a great taste.

Provided by Anita Hoffman

Categories     Vegetables

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb italian sweet sausage or 1 pound ground beef
2 (10 ounce) frozen chopped spinach, defrosted
1 c ricotta cheese
1/2 tsp garlic powder
6 eggs
1(16 ounce) shredded mozzarella cheesee
1/4 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp salt
2 9(inch) pie crusts
1 medium onion, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Brown sausage and onion; drain. Drain spinach; whisk eggs and stir in all ingredients.
  • 2. Put in 2 pie crusts with slits cut on top of pastry and bake at 375 degrees for 50 minutes to 1 hour or until golden brown; let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Tips:

  • To save time, use store-bought pie crust. Make sure to thaw it according to the package instructions before using it.
  • Use high-quality spinach. Fresh spinach is best, but frozen spinach can also be used. If using frozen spinach, be sure to thaw it and squeeze out any excess water before using it.
  • Use a variety of cheeses. A combination of Parmesan, mozzarella, and ricotta cheeses creates a rich and flavorful filling.
  • Season the meat and spinach filling generously. Italian seasoning, garlic, salt, and pepper are all essential seasonings.
  • Don't overcook the pie. The filling should be cooked through, but the crust should still be golden brown.

Conclusion:

This Italian meat and spinach pie is a delicious and easy-to-make meal. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual party. The combination of meat, spinach, and cheese is sure to please everyone at the table. Serve it with a side salad or your favorite soup for a complete meal.

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