How to Make Italian Rice Pie II - A Step-by-Step Guide

Italian Rice Pie II is a delicious and comforting dessert that originated in Italy. It is a traditional recipe that has been passed down through generations, and it is a staple dish in Italian households. This sweet pie is made with a creamy rice pudding filling and a flaky, buttery crust, creating a perfect combination of textures and flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ¼ cup butter
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup uncooked white rice
  • 1 quart milk
  • 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
  • 6 eggs

Information

  • Prep Time: 50 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 2 to 10 - inch pies

  • Stir the flour and baking powder together in a bowl; set aside. In a second large bowl, cream the butter and 1/2 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 3 eggs, one at a time, and stir in the vanilla. Gradually beat in the flour mixture to make a soft dough. Divide the dough in half and shape into two balls. Working on a lightly floured surface, roll out each ball to fit two 10 inch pie plates. Line the pie plates with the crust, and refrigerate until needed.
  • Bring the water to a boil in a saucepan, and stir in the rice. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 20 minutes. Stir in the milk. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens. Set aside to cool.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Meanwhile, beat the ricotta cheese, 1 1/2 cups sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and 6 eggs together in a mixing bowl until smooth and frothy. Stir in the cooled rice mixture until evenly blended. Pour into the pie shells.
  • Bake pies in preheated oven until the filling is set and tops are golden brown, about 90 minutes. Cool on racks.
  • Nutrition

    323 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 125mg
    • Sodium: 182mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 49g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 28g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 200mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 194mg