EASTER PIZZA PIENA PIE

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This delicious recipe, perfect for Easter gatherings, is courtesy of sisters Gerry DiSanto and Nina Scavone.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Yield Makes one 13 3/4-by-9 1/2-inch pie

Number Of Ingredients 9

Pizza Piena Dough
8 large eggs
2 pounds fresh ricotta cheese
7 ounces sweet Italian dry sausage, very finely chopped
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pound fresh unsalted mozzarella cheese, chopped
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 large egg yolk, beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • On a lightly floured work surface, roll out larger disk of dough into an 1/8-inch thick rectangle about 19 by 15 inches. Fit into a 13-by-9-inch baking dish leaving a 1-inch overhang; set aside.
  • Roll out second smaller disk of dough to about 1/8 inch thick and cut four 15-by-1-inch strips; set aside. Cut remaining dough into three 11-by-1-inch strips; set aside.
  • Place eggs and ricotta in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment; mix until well combined. Add sausage, parmesan, mozzarella, pepper, and parsley; continue mixing until well combined. Pour mixture over dough in baking dish.
  • With the long end of the baking dish facing you, place the three 11-inch strips of dough vertically over the top of the filling, spacing evenly apart. Starting in the middle, weave one of the 15-inch strips over and under the vertical strips (folding back every other vertical strip makes this easier). Continue weaving the remaining three 15-inch strips until lattice is complete. Fold over the overhanging pieces of dough and press with a fork to seal.
  • Brush dough with egg yolk and transfer to oven. Bake until golden brown, about 1 hour and 10 minutes. Serve warm.

Nathaniel Quow
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This pizza is a great way to get kids involved in the kitchen. They can help to make the dough, roll it out, and add the toppings.


NASIR Mailk
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I'm not a fan of ham, so I used cooked chicken instead. It was still very good.


Madi L
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This pizza is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion. The ingredients are all high-quality and the flavor is amazing.


Aminjan Daryab
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I made this pizza for my Easter picnic and it was a hit! It's easy to transport and it tastes just as good at room temperature.


Hans Pius
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This pizza is a great way to use up leftover Easter eggs. I chopped up some hard-boiled eggs and added them to the filling.


Nina Narine
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this pizza. The ricotta cheese filling is sweet and creamy, while the ham and cheese are savory and salty.


Binay Gupta
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I've made this pizza several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for special occasions.


syed zaib
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This pizza is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and impressive dish.


Joshua Hearn
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I made this pizza in a cast iron skillet and it turned out great! The crust was crispy and the cheese was melted and bubbly.


Ashoka Gamage
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I'm not a big fan of ricotta cheese, so I used a mixture of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese instead. It was still very good.


Abdul Tawab
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This pizza is perfect for using up leftover Easter ham. I always have a lot of ham left over after Easter dinner, so this is a great way to use it up.


Crystal Capdeville
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I added some chopped spinach to the filling and it was delicious! I think next time I'll try adding some artichoke hearts too.


Musa Proters
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I love that this recipe uses a variety of cheeses. It gives the pizza a really rich and flavorful taste.


Isodje Donaldson
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This pizza is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and even just for a weeknight dinner. It's always a hit.


Tejayer Tajayer123
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I made this pizza for my Easter brunch and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The ricotta cheese filling was especially delicious.


Masud Vai143
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This is the best Easter pizza recipe I've ever tried! The crust is crispy and the filling is cheesy and flavorful. I highly recommend it.


Lynnisha Williams
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I used a store-bought pizza crust and it worked perfectly. The pizza was a hit with my family and friends. Thanks for the recipe!


Pastor Shirley Williams (Sharron)
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My Easter pizza turned out beautifully! The dough was easy to work with and the filling was flavorful and cheesy. I'll definitely be making this again.