Delicious Easter Pie Recipe to Enjoy with Family and Friends

This Easter Pie recipe is a traditional dish enjoyed by many during the spring holiday season. Filled with a mix of sweet and savory ingredients, this pie is sure to be a hit at any Easter gathering. It's a labor of love, but the end result is well worth the effort!

Ingredients

• 1 lb sweet Italian sausage
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 6 eggs
• 1 lb ricotta cheese
• 1 lb mozzarella cheese, diced
• 1/4 lb prosciutto, diced
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• 2 pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large skillet, cook the sausage, ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
3. Stir in the parsley, Pecorino Romano cheese, Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and salt. Remove from heat and let cool.
4. In a large bowl, beat the eggs and then mix in the ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and prosciutto.
5. Fold in the meat mixture until well combined.
6. Line a 9-inch pie plate with one of the pie crusts.
7. Pour the filling into the crust and spread evenly.
8. Place the second pie crust on top and crimp the edges to seal.
9. Brush the top crust with the beaten egg wash.
10. Make a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
11. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
12. Let cool slightly before serving.
13. Slice and enjoy!

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