Pizza Rustica (Italian Easter Pie)
This Italian Easter classic combines a rich, cheesy filling with savory cured meats, all wrapped inside a tender homemade crust. Whether served warm or cold, it’s a deeply flavorful dish perfect for your holiday celebration.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cold butter cubed
- 2 eggs for dough + 1 for egg wash
- 16 oz ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded provolone
- 4 eggs for filling
- 1/2 cup diced cooked ham
- 1/2 cup diced prosciutto
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Make dough: Pulse flour, salt, butter, and eggs. Add water as needed. Chill.
- Mix ricotta, cheeses, eggs, pepper, nutmeg, and meats.
- Line springform pan with dough. Add filling. Top with second dough.
- Seal, vent, brush with egg wash. Bake at 350°F for 60–75 minutes.
- Cool 30+ minutes before slicing. Serve warm or cold.
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Notes
- For a sturdier crust, chill the dough at least 30–60 minutes before rolling.
- Using a springform pan makes slicing and serving easier.
- This pie holds up well in the fridge and is delicious even when served cold the next day.