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Pizza piena (Italian Easter pie)

A tall, savory double-crust pie packed with ricotta, mozzarella and Parmesan, eggs and four cured meats, eaten at Easter.

Time
120min
Steps
4
Pizza piena (Italian Easter pie), photographed from above

Ingredients

12 servings

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Allergens

Contains milk, egg and wheat.

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    Equipment

    You'll need: Oven, Springform pan.

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    Method

    1. 1

      Make the crust, chill 1 hour, and roll two-thirds to line a 23 cm (9 in) springform pan.

    2. 2

      Mix the filling and pour in.

    3. 3

      Top with the remaining dough, crimp, cut vents and brush with egg.

    4. 4

      Bake at 175°C (350°F) for 75-90 minutes until golden and set. Cool completely (ideally overnight) before slicing.

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