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Easter Savory Pie – Pizza Rustica

Easy Home Cooking
A festive and hearty Italian Easter pie filled with creamy ricotta, melty mozzarella, flavorful cured meats, and a touch of fresh parsley—all encased in a golden pie crust. A perfect make-ahead dish for your spring celebration.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings 10 slices
Calories 410 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 15 oz ricotta cheese drained
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup cooked fresh parsley chopped and squeezed dry
  • 1/2 cup diced prosciutto
  • 1/2 cup diced salami
  • 1/2 cup diced ham
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 pie crusts store-bought or homemade
  • 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Line pie dish with one crust.
  • Mix cheeses, eggs, spinach, and meats in a bowl. Season.
  • Fill crust with mixture. Top with second crust. Seal edges and cut vents.
  • Brush with egg wash. Bake 45–55 minutes until golden.
  • Cool 30 minutes before slicing.
  • See full steps with tips & photos → https://wimpysdiner.net/easter-savory-pie-pizza-rustica/

Notes

  • Be sure to drain the ricotta well to prevent a watery filling.
  • You can sauté the parsley in olive oil before adding for even more flavor.
  • This pie is a wonderful make-ahead option—flavor deepens after resting a few hours or overnight in the fridge.