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Italian Easter Meat Pie

Italian Easter Meat Pie

Delight in the traditional flavors of Italian Easter Meat Pie, a savory dish perfect for festive gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter cold, cut into cubes
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Filling
  • 1 pound ground beef cooked, drained
  • 1 pound Italian sausage cooked, drained
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup spinach fresh or frozen, chopped
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

Equipment

  • Pie Dish
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the flour and salt together. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Beat the eggs and add to the flour mixture, stirring until just combined. Form into a dough and chill for 30 minutes.
  4. In a skillet, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
  5. Add the spinach, ricotta, Parmesan, garlic powder, black pepper, and oregano to the meat mixture; stir to combine.
  6. Roll out the dough and line a pie dish. Fill with the meat and cheese mixture.
  7. Cover with additional dough, seal edges, and make slits on top for steam escape.
  8. Bake for 50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18g

Notes

This pie can be customized with different meats or cheeses based on your preference. Serve warm for the best experience.

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