PRETTY EASTER PASTA PIE (CROSTATA DI TAGLIOLINI )
Provided by Francine Segan
Categories Easter Mozzarella Prosciutto
Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a small sauté pan, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Cook the onion and pancetta until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes. Add the peas and a few tablespoons of water, and cook until the peas are tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper; set aside in a bowl.
- In the same pan, heat 2 more tablespoons oil over high heat. Cook the mushrooms and garlic for a minute or two, until tender. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter an 8- to 9-inch (20- to 23-cm) nonstick springform pan and dust it with breadcrumbs.
- In another small pot, make béchamel: Melt 4 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat, stir in the flour, and cook, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until smooth. Add the milk and bring it to a boil, stirring until thick, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Boil the pasta in salted water for 3 minutes less than the package directs. Drain and toss with the stock.
- Layer the bottom of the prepared baking pan with one third of the pasta. Dot with one third of the béchamel, sprinkle it with 2 to 3 heaping tablespoons Parmesan, scatter on all of the pea mixture, then scatter on one third of the diced cheese. Spread out a second level layer of pasta, dot with one third of the béchamel, sprinkle with 2 to 3 heaping tablespoons Parmesan, and scatter on all the mushrooms, ham, and remaining diced cheese. Top with the remaining pasta and any unabsorbed remaining stock, pressing down to compact the layers. Dot the top with the remaining béchamel, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, and remaining butter, very thinly sliced.
- Bake for about 25 minutes, until the pie is set and golden. Let it rest until it comes to room temperature before slicing.
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Fun For Life
f_life@gmail.comI can't wait to try this recipe!
Isabella Beauty
beauty.isabella@hotmail.comThis pasta pie is a delicious and creative way to enjoy pasta.
Miroslav Popovic
p_m@gmail.comI'm going to try making this pasta pie with different types of pasta. I think it would be great with tortellini or ravioli.
Wajahat Wajji
wajahat_wajji@gmail.comThis pasta pie is a great dish to serve at a potluck or party.
Asad waqas
a.waqas@hotmail.comI love that this recipe can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.
SoaR Nix
nsoar@hotmail.comThis pasta pie is a great way to use up leftover pasta.
Kyomukama Janipher
kyomukama-j@aol.comI'm not sure why this recipe is called a pasta pie. It's more like a quiche.
ChKashif Ali
chkashif.ali@hotmail.comI think this recipe needs more salt. I added a pinch to the filling, and it made a big difference.
Cleo Pheiffer
pheifferc67@gmail.comI'm not sure what I did wrong, but my pasta pie didn't turn out as well as I hoped. The crust was too thick, and the filling was bland.
Jaynath Yadav
yadav_j53@yahoo.comThis dish is a little time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort.
Nkosiyethu Ndlovu
n.n@yahoo.comI'm not a big fan of pancetta, so I used bacon instead. It was still delicious.
Shahzaib Soomro
shahzaibsoomro@yahoo.comI used a different type of cheese in the filling, and it turned out just as well. This recipe is very versatile.
Mother Mom
mom@gmail.comI followed the recipe exactly, and the pasta pie came out beautifully. The crust was golden brown and flaky, and the filling was creamy and flavorful.
Md jafor Ahammad
md_j13@hotmail.comThis recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times, and it always turns out perfectly.
Vivian Bliss
v_b@gmail.comI made this pasta pie for Easter dinner, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
vladana ilic
ilic25@hotmail.comThis is a great dish to make for a special occasion. It's impressive-looking, but it's actually quite easy to make.
Randy Ramsahai
randy.ramsahai78@hotmail.comI love the combination of flavors in this dish. The salty pancetta, the creamy ricotta, and the fresh herbs all come together perfectly.
NIGHTRAEL
nightrael@hotmail.comThis pasta pie was a hit with my family! The flavors were incredible, and the presentation was beautiful. I will definitely be making this again.