Chioggia Radicchio Savory Pie

The Chioggia radicchio savory pie is a delicious dish that combines the flavors of Italian cuisine with the freshness of this variety of radicchio. Here is the recipe:

Ingredients

• 1 roll of brisée dough or puff pastry
• 500 g of Chioggia radicchio
• 200 g of scamorza (or another spun curd cheese)
• 2 eggs
• 100 ml of cooking cream
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Nutmeg (optional)

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C.
2. Roll out the brisée dough or puff pastry in a quiche pan, prick the base with a fork and bake for about 10 minutes for a blanc bake.
3. In the meantime, wash the Chioggia radicchio, cut it into strips and let it wilt in a pan with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking until soft.
4. In a bowl, beat the eggs with the cooking cream, add salt, pepper, and a grating of nutmeg if desired.
5. Cut the scamorza into cubes or strips.
6. Once the brisée dough is slightly pre-baked, spread the wilted radicchio and cheese on top.
7. Pour the egg and cream mixture over the layers of radicchio and cheese.
8. Bake the savory pie again at 180 °C for about 25-30 minutes or until the surface is golden.
9. Take out of the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Curiosity

Chioggia radicchio is known for its slightly bitter taste and its crunchy texture that is maintained even after cooking. It is a very versatile vegetable that can be used in multiple recipes, both raw and cooked. Its origin is deeply rooted in Veneto, especially in the area of Chioggia, from which it takes its name.

Enjoy your meal!