ITALIAN CHEESE RUSTICA PIE

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Found this recipe in the Pillsbury Best of the Bake-Off Cookbook. I used 1-1/2 Cups of Ricotta when I made it.

Provided by Jen Geelen

Categories     Pies

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 box (15 oz) refrigerated pie crusts, softened as directed on box
3 eggs
1 c cubed cooked ham
1 c ricotta cheese or small curd cottage cheese
1 c shredded mozzarella
1 c cubed provolone or swiss cheese
4 Tbsp grated parmesan
1 Tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
1/4 tsp dried oregano
dash(es) pepper
1 beaten egg, if desired

Steps:

  • 1. Make Pie Crust as directed on box for two crust pie, using 9" pie plate. Move oven rack to lowest position. Heat oven to 375.
  • 2. In a large bowl, slightly beat 3 eggs. Stir in ham, ricotta, mozzarella, provolone, 3 tablespoons of parmesan cheese, parsley, oregano, and pepper. Spoon mixture into pie crust-lined pan. Top with second crust; seal edges and flute. Cut slits in crust in several places. Brush beaten egg over top. Sprinkle with remaining parmesan cheese.
  • 3. Place pan on lowest oven rack. Bake 50-60 min or until golden brown. Cover edge of crust with strips of foil after 15-20 min of baking to prevent excessive browning. Let stand 10 min before serving.

Jordy Kearney
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This pie is a great way to use up leftover ingredients. It's also a great dish to make ahead of time.


Raily Francisco
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I love this recipe! It's so versatile. I've made it with different types of cheese and vegetables, and it's always delicious.


Juan Barreras
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. I highly recommend it!


Cristy Davis
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I made this pie for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Antar Dhar
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This pie is a bit heavy, but it's so delicious that it's worth it.


Jalysa Hughey
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great dish to serve at a brunch or lunch.


Beckie Burgess
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This pie is a great way to impress your guests. It's elegant and delicious.


Nicolin Padayachee
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I'm not a big fan of cheese, but I really enjoyed this pie. The flavors were well-balanced and the crust was perfect.


Dixie Ford
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it! The pie is absolutely delicious.


Wavah Baker Digo
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I made this pie for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best pie he's ever had.


Fred Bottass
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This pie is a great way to use up leftover cheese and vegetables. It's also a great dish to serve at a party or potluck.


Sree Soyon Roy
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I've made it several times for my friends and family, and they all love it too.


Abraham Mukuna
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Wow! This pie was amazing! The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful.


Sambulo Simelane
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This recipe is a keeper! I made it for my family and they loved it. The flavors were amazing and the crust was perfect.


Cooking with Apa Razia
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I followed the recipe exactly and my pie turned out great! The crust was golden brown and the filling was cheesy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Monique Van heerden
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This pie is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious! I used a store-bought pie crust to save time, and it turned out perfectly.


crown Promise
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Just being Blunt
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This rustic Italian pie was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors of the cheese, herbs, and vegetables blended perfectly. The crust was crispy and flaky, and the filling was creamy and flavorful.