Pizza Gain Aka Pizzagaina, Pizza Rustica, Italian E

Name: Pizza Gain Aka Pizzagaina, Pizza Rustica, Italian Easter Ham Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs ham (sliced thick from deli-counter or cubed pieces of boiled ham); 1/4 lb prosciutto (this is the regular proscuitto, next ingredient is as described, proscuittini); 1/4 lb prosciutto (PROSCUITTINI, AKA Pepper Ham, Black Peppered Ham or prozuttini); 1/4 lb capicola (HOT CAPICOLA, spiced-hot capicola ); 1/4 lb hard salami; 1/4 lb genoa salami; 1 lb fresh mozzarella cheese; 1 lb mozzarella cheese (1 entire brick of whole milk mozzarella, cubed); 1 lb Italian cheese (FRESH BASKET CHEESE, AKA Easter cheese or Farmer's Cheese); 3 lbs ricotta cheese; 1 stick pepperoni (sliced); 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese; 15 eggs; 4 lbs pizza dough

Servings: persons

2 1/2 lbs ham (sliced thick from deli-counter or cubed pieces of boiled ham)
1/4 lb prosciutto (this is the regular proscuitto, next ingredient is as described, proscuittini)
1/4 lb prosciutto (PROSCUITTINI, AKA Pepper Ham, Black Peppered Ham or prozuttini)
1/4 lb capicola (HOT CAPICOLA, spiced-hot capicola )
1/4 lb hard salami
1/4 lb genoa salami
1 lb fresh mozzarella cheese
1 lb mozzarella cheese (1 entire brick of whole milk mozzarella, cubed)
1 lb Italian cheese (FRESH BASKET CHEESE, AKA Easter cheese or Farmer's Cheese)
3 lbs ricotta cheese
1 stick pepperoni (sliced)
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese
15 eggs
4 lbs pizza dough

1
Cube ham meat. Cut sliced meat by rolling & slicing or cutting with scissors. Cube mozzarella. In very large bowl, add ricotta & basket cheese. Add 15 eggs. Hand stir with whisk. Add 3 heaping tablespoons Grated cheese - then stir in the cubed meat and cheese.
2
Brush pan with oil then melted butter. Roll out & lay dough. Add cheese/meat mixture. Add top layer of dough and pinch bottom & top dough seams together tightly.
3
Brush top with oil then egg. Sprinkle with grated cheese. Make Easter Cross with large fork to vent. Bless.
4
Bake 375u00b0 x 10 min then 350u00b0 x 60 min then 325u00b0 x 30-45 minute.
5
Remove from oven. Brush top with melted butter. Cool 2-3 hours Turn upside down overnight on large board. Cover pizza tightly with paper towel, foil, & dish-towel. Refrigerate. Serve noon or later on Easter Saturday.

2738

kcal

Calories

189

Fat

Carbs

231

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 lbs ham (sliced thick from deli-counter or cubed pieces of boiled ham), 1/4 lb prosciutto (this is the regular proscuitto, next ingredient is as described, proscuittini), 1/4 lb prosciutto (PROSCUITTINI, AKA Pepper Ham, Black Peppered Ham or prozuttini), 1/4 lb capicola (HOT CAPICOLA, spiced-hot capicola ), and more.

Yes, Pizza Gain Aka Pizzagaina, Pizza Rustica, Italian Easter Ham Pie 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 Gain Aka Pizzagaina, Pizza Rustica, Italian Easter Ham Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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