Italian Rice Pie II

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 15
Delicious Italian Rice Pie II recipe that will melt your taste buds
in Dessert

Prep

25 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

Crust
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup white sugar
3 eggs
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Filling
1 cup water
1/2 cup uncooked white rice
1 quart milk
1 container ricotta cheese
1 1/2 cups white sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
6 eggs

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
520
Sugar
55g
Fat
22g
The Italian Rice Pie II recipe is a classic Italian dessert that is popular worldwide due to its richness, creaminess, and mouth-watering flavors. This recipe is a delightful mix of cooked rice, milk, ricotta cheese, sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest that is baked inside a sweet pastry crust. Traditionally served on special occasions like Easter and Christmas, it is also a perfect dessert that can be enjoyed year-round. Once you have tasted it, you will fall in love with this dessert!

Instructions

1.Start by making the rice: in a saucepan bring water to a boil and add rice. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 18-20 minutes, until rice is tender.
2.In a separate saucepan, cook milk until it just begins to boil.
3.Preheat oven to 350F/175C degrees.
4.In a large bowl, beat ricotta cheese, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest and eggs until blended.
5.Fold in cooked rice until well mixed.
6.In a separate bowl, combine flour and baking powder. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
7.Beat in sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until dough is formed.
8.Divide dough in half; press one half into bottom and up sides of a 9 inch springform pan.
9.Pour rice filling into crust and smooth out with a spatula.
10.Roll remaining dough into a circle, place on top of filling and crimp edges to seal.
11.Use a knife to cut a few slits on top of crust to allow steam to escape.
12.Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour, or until pie is lightly browned and set in the center.

PROS

The Italian Rice Pie II is a perfect dessert for those who are fond of rice pudding and cheesecake.
The combination of cooked rice, ricotta cheese, and lemon juice provides a unique texture and flavor that is sure to satisfy your sweet cravings.

It is a great make-ahead recipe- refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze up to 3 months for longer storage.

CONS

This recipe contains relatively high amounts of sugar, fat, and calories in comparison to other desserts.

Some people who are lactose intolerant or have milk allergies may need to avoid this recipe or use a suitable substitute.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Italian Rice Pie II is not exactly a health food, but it does have some notable nutritional benefits. Rice is a healthy source of complex carbohydrates, which are easily digestible and provide energy to the body.
Ricotta cheese is an excellent source of protein and calcium that aids in bone development, repairing tissue, and supporting the immune system.
Lemon zest contains antioxidants that can help with anti-aging and improving heart health.

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