This is a traditional Easter pie in my family. It has been in my family for as long as I can remember.
INGREDIENTS (for 8 servings):
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons white sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 (15 ounce) containers ricotta cheese
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
PREPARATION:
For Crust: In a large bowl, sift together 1 1/2 cups flour, 4 tablespoons sugar and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cut in butter, 1 egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Mix until dough forms. Roll into 9 inch crust. Place dough in greased pie plate. Chill for 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
In a large bowl, beat 4 eggs. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1 1/2 pounds ricotta cheese, 2 tablespoons flour, 1 cup white sugar and 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar. Beat until smooth.
Pour into crust and bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes or until lightly browned and firm.