How to Make Easter Meat Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

When Easter rolls around, many people are busy planning and preparing meals for their family gatherings and celebrations. One traditional dish that is a staple at Easter tables is the Easter meat pie. This savory and hearty pie is a delicious way to celebrate the holiday and can be enjoyed as a main course or as part of a festive brunch or lunch spread.

With its flaky crust and flavorful meat filling, the Easter meat pie is a beloved dish in many cultures and is a symbol of the season...

Read more

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ricotta cheese
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 pound cooked ham, chopped
  • ½ pound Genoa salami, chopped
  • ½ pound mozzarella cheese, grated
  • ¼ pound prosciutto, chopped
  • 4 (9 inch) unbaked pie crusts
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 45 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 2 9-inch pies

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Place ricotta in a large mixing bowl. Beat in eggs, one at a time, with an electric mixer on low speed. Stir in ham, salami, mozzarella, and prosciutto until well combined.
  • Line two 9-inch pans with pastry. Divide ricotta mixture between the pans. Sprinkle each pie with Parmesan cheese, then cover with top pastry. Crimp the edges and cut steam vents in tops.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crust is golden brown, about 1 hour. Cool pies on wire racks.
  • Nutrition

    727 cal.

    • Total Fat: 51g
    • Saturated Fat: 20g
    • Cholesterol: 194mg
    • Sodium: 1602mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 34g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 346mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 358mg