Grandmom Marino’s Easter Meat Pie

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0

Grandmom Marino's Easter Meat Pie, a classic Italian recipe

by The Chefin Pie

Prep

30 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

1 hr 25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

515

Sugar

Fat

40g

Grandmom Marino's Easter Meat Pie is a classic Italian recipe that has been passed down for generations. It's traditionally served during Easter, but it's also a great comfort food dish for any time of year. The combination of salty ham and salami with creamy ricotta cheese and fresh parsley is a crowd-pleaser for meat lovers. The crust gives the pie a satisfying crunch, making it a filling and delicious meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F
2.	Lay one pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish
3.	Layer the ham and salami on top of the crust
4.	In a separate bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, egg, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper until well combined
5.	Spread the ricotta mixture over the meat layer in the pie dish
6.	Top with the second pie crust and crimp the edges to seal
7.	Brush the top crust with the beaten egg
8.	Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape
9.	Bake for 45-55 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the filling is set

PROS

Grandmom Marino’s Easter Meat Pie is a hearty and flavorful meal that is perfect for a family dinner, especially during the Easter holiday.
It’s also easily customizable so you can add your favorite meats and cheeses.

CONS

This recipe is high in fat and calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
It may not be suitable for people with certain dietary restrictions or health concerns.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe may not be the healthiest option, it does contain protein and calcium from the cheese and meat. It’s also a good source of vitamin A and iron from the parsley.

	1/4 pound thinly sliced ham
	1/4 pound thinly sliced salami
	1 container ricotta cheese
	1 package refrigerated pie crusts
	1 egg
	1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
	salt and pepper to taste