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Savory Pie with Grilled Vegetables

17/11/2023

Here is the recipe for a savory pie with grilled vegetables, enriched with an Italian touch. The beauty of this recipe lies in its versatility: you can use whatever vegetables you have at hand or prefer.

Ingredients

  • 1 roll of brisée pastry (or puff pastry, for a crunchier version)
  • 1 zucchini
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 yellow bell pepper
  • 1 small eggplant
  • 150 g of cherry tomatoes
  • 200 g of fresh ricotta
  • 100 g of grated cheese (Parmesan or Pecorino for a stronger flavor)
  • 2 eggs
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh or dried aromatic herbs to taste (basil, thyme, oregano)
  • Sesame seeds or poppy seeds (optional, for garnish)

Preparation

  1. Start by washing and cutting the vegetables into slices about half a centimeter thick. Grill the vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, and eggplant) on a hot grill or griddle until they are soft and have nice dark stripes. Lightly salt them after grilling.

  2. In the meantime, cut the cherry tomatoes in half and set aside.

  3. In a large bowl, mix the ricotta with the grated cheese, eggs, salt, pepper, and aromatic herbs. Blend well to obtain a creamy mixture.

  4. Roll out the brisée pastry in a previously greased baking tray with a drizzle of oil or lined with parchment paper. Prick the bottom with a fork.

  5. Pour the ricotta and egg mixture onto the pastry, leveling with a spatula.

  6. Arrange the grilled vegetables harmoniously on top of the ricotta mixture, alternating the colors. Add the cherry tomatoes with the cut side facing up.

  7. If you like, sprinkle the edge of the pastry with sesame or poppy seeds for a crunchy and decorative touch.

  8. Bake the savory pie in a preheated oven at 180 °C for about 30-40 minutes, or until the surface is golden brown and the pastry is cooked.

  9. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.

The savory pie with grilled vegetables is a colorful and flavorful dish that you can serve as an appetizer, a main dish, or take to a picnic. The aromatic herbs and grated cheese give that Italian touch that makes every dish special. Enjoy your meal!

Trivia

The savory pie, also known as “quiche” in the French tradition, is a versatile dish that has roots in various Italian regional cuisines. Every family has their version, sometimes enriched with ham, bacon, or various salami, depending on local tradition and creativity.