Pizza Escarole (Escarole Pie - Italian) Recipe

Name: Pizza Escarole (Escarole Pie - Italian)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lbs pizza dough; 8 heads escarole; 6 garlic cloves, sliced; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 14 ounces sliced olives (DRAINED); 1 (2 ounce) can anchovies; 1/4 cup butter, melted; salt; 1 -2 teaspoon sugar (optional); red pepper flakes (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Cut bottom off escarole. Then cut in half. Clean escarole in sink of water as many times until water is clean and no dirt. Boil in pot of salted water until tender - approximately 20 minutes. If bitter add 1-2 teaspoons sugar. Drain very well. Squeeze out all excess water with hands or in paper towel or dish towel.
2
Next saute escarole in frying pan with garlic and olive oil. Cold garlic 1st in cold oil or else escarole becomes crisp. Add red pepper flakes if you like it hot.
3
Add drained, sliced olives and salt as desired. Keep in mind anchovies will be salty. When done, drain excess oil out of escarole via colander.
4
Place dough in oiled then buttered pan (I use brush). Make sure dough comes up sides of pan. Put escarole mixture inside dough. Add anchovies on top in layered pieces. Stir lightly through. Put on top layer of dough for crust. Pinch seems together tightly of top and bottom dough layers. Brush with oil on top and melted butter. Make fork holes for ventilation.
5
Bake 400u00b0F for 15 minutes. Then reduce to 350u00b0F for 30 minutes or until golden brown.
6
Brush melted butter on top crust when removed from oven.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 lbs pizza dough, 8 heads escarole, 6 garlic cloves, sliced, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Pizza Escarole (Escarole Pie - Italian) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pizza Escarole (Escarole Pie - Italian)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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