Savory Pie with Ricotta

I can give you the recipe for a savory pie with ricotta. This dish is versatile and can be personalized with various ingredients according to your tastes. Here’s a simple version.

Ingredients

• 1 roll of brisée dough or puff pastry
• 500 g of ricotta
• 3 eggs
• 100 g of grated cheese (Parmesan or Pecorino)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Aromatic herbs to taste (e.g., parsley, chives, thyme)
• *Optional: boiled spinach, diced cooked ham, cherry tomatoes, sliced zucchini, etc.

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C.
2. Roll out the brisée or puff pastry in a previously greased pie dish or lined with parchment paper.
3. In a large bowl, mix the ricotta with the eggs. Add the grated cheese, salt, pepper, and finely chopped aromatic herbs.
4. If you wish, now is the time to add the optional ingredients such as spinach, ham, cherry tomatoes cut in half, zucchini, etc.
5. Pour the ricotta filling into the pastry base.
6. Level well with a spatula to distribute the filling evenly.
7. Bake for about 30-40 minutes or until the surface looks golden brown and the pastry is cooked.
8. Let it cool slightly before serving.

This savory pie can be eaten both hot and cold and is perfect for a picnic or as a main dish, perhaps accompanied by a fresh green salad.

Curiosity

The savory pie is an extremely versatile dish in Italian cooking, often used to consume leftovers of cheeses or vegetables, and lends itself to endless variations. A well-made savory pie features a crispy crust and a soft, flavorful filling.