TORTA RUSTICA (SPINACH , TOMATO & CHEESE QUICHE)

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Torta Rustica (Spinach , Tomato & Cheese Quiche) image

This is an Italian holiday classic, but it's one that I will make all year. The sun-dried tomatoes supply a tangy sensation that complements the milder flavors of the quiche very well.

Provided by Finicky

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 1h40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (15 ounce) package deep-dish refrigerated all-ready pie crusts
4 eggs
1 (16 ounce) container ricotta cheese
4 ounces asiago cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained, and squeezed dry
1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 cup sun-dried tomato, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon dried basil, crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425. You can use the piecrust pan provided, or place one crust in a 9-inh pie pan for better presentation. Leave the other piecrust out to thaw.
  • Lightly beat 1 egg; brush half the egg over bottom of crust and set the rest aside to use later on the top of the crust.
  • In a large bowl, combine remaining eggs, ricotta, Asiago, and Parmesan cheese and basix; mix until well blended.
  • Stir in spinach, bread crumbs and tomatoes.
  • Scrape mixture into prepared piecrust; smooth top to make and even layer.
  • Place second piecrust over filling.
  • Brush remaining egg over the top.
  • Flute edge and seal.
  • Bake pie 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 375; bake 20 minutes longer, or until golden brown.
  • Cool on a wire rack at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 600.3, Fat 38.5, SaturatedFat 14.7, Cholesterol 188.5, Sodium 799.4, Carbohydrate 41, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 3, Protein 23.5

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