pizza rustica (pizza chena)

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Recipe by
Lisa Cancilla
Parlin, NJ

This is a very old family recipe from my Great Aunt Mary. It is very easy and delicious! You can substitute salami for the pepperoni or add it if you like.

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Ingredients For pizza rustica (pizza chena)

  • FILLING
  • 12
    eggs, beaten
  • 3 lb
    ricotta cheese
  • 2 lb
    mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 lb
    pepperoni, sliced
  • 1/2 lb
    prosciutto
  • 2 stick
    butter
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • DOUGH
  • 6 c
    flour
  • 2 stick
    butter
  • 2 Tbsp
    crisco
  • 3
    eggs
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • a little water to hold the dough together

How To Make pizza rustica (pizza chena)

  • 1
    Mix all the filling ingredients together.
  • 2
    Make the dough & roll out. Put it into a 13x10 baking dish or pan. Leave enough dough to cover top.
  • 3
    Bake at 350 for 30-45 minutes or until brown & done. The cooking time will vary depending on the size pan you use.

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