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Pizza Gaina

A classic Italian dish perfect for Easter celebrations, featuring rich cheeses and cured meats in a flaky crust.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter cubed
  • 1/4 cup cold water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced prosciutto
  • 1/2 cup diced salami
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling pin
  • 9-inch pie dish or tart pan
  • Oven
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
  2. Add the cold butter to the flour mixture and mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Gradually stir in the cold water until the dough comes together.
  4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  5. In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and eggs.
  6. Fold in the prosciutto, salami, and black pepper.
  7. On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to fit your pie dish.
  8. Place the rolled dough in the dish, fill with the cheese and meat mixture, and top with another layer of dough.
  9. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for about 1 hour, until golden brown.

Notes

Let the Pizza Gaina cool for a few minutes before slicing to help it hold its shape.