La Pitta di Patate (Potato Pie)

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   Filling: Heat oil and add chopped onion.

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   Let onions brown, then add chopped tomatoes, capers and hot pepper flakes.

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   Let cook at a very low heat for about half hour, or until thick consistency.

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   Meanwhile, place washed, whole potatoes in enough salted water to cover them.

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   When they are soft, peel off skin and mash.

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   Let cool then add the grated cheese, bread crumbs, eggs, salt, pepper, and chopped parsley.

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   Mix together until you obtain a homogeneous mixture.

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   Set aside.

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   For this next step you will need to buy miniature bread loaf pans.

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    You can either line the tin with cooking paper or butter the sides so the dough doesnt stick.

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    Separate potato mixture into 4 equal parts.

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    One at a time, separate each part into two sections, one half a little larger than the other (like when making pies).

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    With the larger portion, line the bottom and sides of the tin, leaving a hole in the center for the filling.

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    Add the filling.

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    Then cover pie with the smaller portion of the potato mixture.

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    Brush with butter and sprinkle with bread crumbs.

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    Repeat steps for all.

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    Place all four baking tins in preheated oven at 375F for about an hour.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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