RICOTTA & BROCCOLI RABE PIE

Ricotta & broccoli rabe pie image

Provided by Eddie Szczerba

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 11

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4 large eggs beaten
1 1/2 c half and half
8 oz ricotta cheese
8 oz mozzarella cheese shredded
4 Tbsp romano cheese, grated
1/2 c parsley, italian chopped
4 Tbsp onions chopped
1 clove garlic minced
2 Tbsp butter,1 pinch of salt and pepper
1 pkg refrigerated pie crusts or make your own,i did with this recipe.
1 1/2 c broccoli rabe blanched and chopped

Steps:

1. Combine the beaten eggs with the ricotta cheese,parsley,salt and pepper. Saute the onions and garlic with the two tablespoons of butter,add the broccoli rabe or your choice of vegetable,season with salt and pepper. Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees.
2. Line your pie plate with the crust and flute the edges,easier to do that now the later,pour in the egg mixture. Top with shredded mozzarella and grated cheese.
3. Place the pie on a cookie sheet to prevent spillage in your oven while it's baking. Bake for 45 minutes to one hour,check it towards the end by inserting a toothpick in the center. If it comes out clean it's ready to serve. Let it rest for ten minutes before slicing.
4. This can be served with a side of salad,soup or vegetable,also cut fresh fruit if you prefer. Enjoy!! :)