For best results, drain the ricotta cheese thoroughly to prevent a soggy filling. Place the ricotta in a cheesecloth-lined strainer over a bowl and let it drain in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight. Feel free to customize the meat filling with your favorite Italian cold cuts, such as pepperoni, soppressata, or mortadella. If the pie crusts start to brown too quickly during baking, tent them loosely with aluminum foil to prevent burning. This pie is delicious served warm, at room temperature, or even cold. It can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Easter Meat Pie
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PREP TIME45 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 45 mins
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS369
Celebrate Easter with this magnificent Italian meat pie, a symphony of savory flavors encased in a golden, flaky crust. Bursting with creamy ricotta, rich cured meats, and melted mozzarella, this pie is a true centerpiece for any festive gathering.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate31 g
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Cholesterol194 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein34 g
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Saturated Fat20 g
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Sodium1602 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat51 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 2 mins In a large bowl, combine the drained ricotta cheese and lightly beaten eggs. Mix until smooth and well combined. (2 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Gently fold in the diced ham, salami, mozzarella cheese, and chopped prosciutto until evenly distributed throughout the ricotta mixture. (5 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 10 mins Carefully line the bottom and sides of two 9-inch pie pans with the pie crusts. Ensure the crusts extend slightly over the edges of the pans. (10 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View 3 mins Divide the ricotta mixture evenly between the prepared pie crusts, filling each to the top. (3 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Sprinkle the top of each pie with grated Parmesan cheese, ensuring an even coating. (1 minute)
07 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Cover each filling with the remaining pie crusts. Crimp the edges of the top and bottom crusts together to seal, then cut several slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking. (5 minutes)
08 Step
Recipe View 1 hrs Bake in the preheated oven until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set, approximately 1 hour. (60 minutes)
09 Step
Recipe View 30 mins Remove the pies from the oven and let them cool on wire racks for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
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Myrtis Harber
Oct 23, 2024I made this pie last year and it was a showstopper. This year I'm making two!
Amy Kunde
Dec 31, 2023The directions were very easy to follow, and the pie turned out perfectly. Thank you for sharing this wonderful recipe!
Margarita Ohara
Oct 21, 2023I had a little trouble with the crust sticking to the pan, but I used some parchment paper and it worked great.
Gabe Satterfield
Aug 3, 2023This pie is so much better than any store-bought version I've ever had. The homemade crust really makes a difference.
Caleb Lesch
Jun 4, 2023This recipe was amazing! The pie was a huge hit at our Easter celebration. I especially loved the addition of nutmeg.
Mattie Schoen
May 12, 2023My family loved this pie! It's definitely going to become a tradition.
Barton Yundt
Apr 12, 2023I added some cooked sausage to the filling for extra flavor, and it was delicious!