Pizza Rustica Recipe

Name: Pizza Rustica
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pastry for double-crust pie; 1 lb whole milk ricotta cheese (strain to remove excess moisture); 8 ounces farmer cheese; 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, diced (not shredded); 4 ounces parmesan cheese, grated; 5 large eggs, lightly beaten; 14 lb genoa salami, sliced thick and diced; 14 lb prosciutto, cut into small pieces; 1 pinch salt and pepper; 1 egg, beaten; 2 tablespoons milk

Servings: persons

1 pastry for double-crust pie
1 lb whole milk ricotta cheese (strain to remove excess moisture)
8 ounces farmer cheese
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, diced (not shredded)
4 ounces parmesan cheese, grated
5 large eggs, lightly beaten
14 lb genoa salami, sliced thick and diced
14 lb prosciutto, cut into small pieces
1 pinch salt and pepper
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons milk

1
Pastry dough - line a deep baking dish or 10 inch spring-form pan with half of the pie crust.
2
Mix ricotta, farmers cheese, mozzarella and Parmesan cheese in a large bowl.
3
Fold in eggs, salami, ham, salt and pepper.
4
Pour into pastry lined dish/pan.
5
Top with remaining crust and seal the edges.
6
Prick the top with a fork.
7
Brush top of pastry dough with egg wash.
8
Bake in a preheated 375 degree oven for 45 minutes on bottom rack, then move to a top rack for 5-10 minuntes more or until top is golden brown.
9
Cool a bit before serving, can be served warm or at room temperature.

805

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pastry for double-crust pie, 1 lb whole milk ricotta cheese (strain to remove excess moisture), 8 ounces farmer cheese, 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, diced (not shredded), and more.

Yes, Pizza Rustica 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.

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