Pizza Rustica
A traditional Italian Easter pie packed with creamy ricotta, melted cheeses, and an assortment of cured meats, all wrapped in a flaky, golden crust. Perfect for spring holidays, potlucks, or a hearty brunch centerpiece.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 8 tbsp cold butter
- 2 large eggs
- 3 –5 tbsp cold water
For the Filling:
- 2 cups ricotta drained
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella
- 1 cup diced provolone
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- 1 ½ cups diced cured meats salami, ham, prosciutto, etc.
- 6 large eggs
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 egg for egg wash
Instructions
- Prepare crust dough, divide and chill.
- Mix filling ingredients in a large bowl.
- Roll out dough, assemble pie with filling.
- Seal with top crust, vent, egg wash.
- Bake at 350°F for 75–90 mins. Cool before serving.
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Notes
- Be sure to drain ricotta thoroughly to avoid excess moisture in the filling.
- You can customize the cured meats based on availability—try capicola, mortadella, or soppressata.
- Best made a few hours ahead or the day before for easier slicing and richer flavor.