Traditional Pizzagaina (Italian Easter Pie)

Pizzagaina is a traditional Italian Easter pie that is often served as part of the Easter Sunday meal. It is a savory pie filled with a mixture of meats, cheeses, and eggs, and is a symbol of abundance and prosperity.

This is high protein and non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 120 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Traditional Pizzagaina (Italian Easter Pie)

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Italian Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: High Protein Non Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 2 hrs

Servings: 8 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Spring

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Pie Crust
• 6 large Eggs
• 2 cup Ricotta Cheese
• 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
• 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese
• 1 cup Ham
• 1 cup Salami
• 1 cup Pepperoni
• 1 cup Italian Sausage
• 2 tablespoon Parsley
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, beat the eggs.
3. Add ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, ham, salami, pepperoni, Italian sausage, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
4. Roll out one pie crust and place it in a greased pie dish.
5. Pour the filling into the pie crust.
6. Roll out the second pie crust and cover the filling. Seal the edges and cut slits on top for venting.
7. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
8. Let it rest for 30 minutes before serving.
9. Slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30g47%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 5g

Protein 20g40%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.