Nona’s Ricotta Pie

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 13

Nona's Ricotta Pie - An Italian Classic

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hr 5 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

390

Sugar

29g

Fat

21g

Nona's Ricotta Pie is a classic Italian dessert that has been passed down through generations. It is a beloved family recipe that is often served during special occasions and holidays. The combination of creamy ricotta cheese, sweet sugar, and savory pasta in a flaky pie crust is simply irresistible. This pie is sure to impress your guests and become a new favorite in your dessert repertoire.

Instructions

1.	Cook ditalini pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2.	Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and butter a 9x13 inch baking dish.
3.	In a large bowl, combine ricotta cheese, sugar, beaten eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
4.	Add cooked ditalini pasta to the bowl and mix well.
5.	Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the pie is golden brown and set.
6.	Let the pie cool for at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

PROS

Nona’s Ricotta Pie is a delicious dessert that is easy to make and perfect for sharing with family and friends.
It features a sweet and creamy ricotta cheese filling with a surprise addition of pasta, which adds a unique texture and flavor.

The pie is also gluten-free, which makes it a great option for those with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.

CONS

While Nona’s Ricotta Pie is a decadent and delicious dessert, it is quite high in calories, sugar, and fat.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although Nona’s Ricotta Pie is not a particularly healthy dessert option, it does contain some nutritional benefits. Ricotta cheese is a good source of protein and calcium, which can help support healthy bones and muscles. The pasta in the pie also provides some fiber and carbohydrates for energy.

	1 cup ditalini pasta
	3 pounds ricotta cheese
	2 cups white sugar
	6 eggs , beaten
	1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract