Savory 3 Cheese Pie with Dressed Greens (1 Hr, 25 Mins)

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Savory cheese pie is a rich and delectable dish perfect for any meal, from brunch to dinner.

The pie features a buttery crust filled with a luscious cheese mixture and is garnished with crunchy pine nuts.

Served alongside a fresh bed of greens dressed in a light vinaigrette, this meal offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures that always satisfy.

  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6–8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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For the pie:

  • 1 pie crust (store bought or homemade)
  • 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts

For the dressed greens:

  • 4 cups mixed greens (such as arugula, spinach, and lettuce)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven and bake the pie crust (25 minutes): Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish, pressing it into the bottom and up the sides. Trim any excess dough and crimp the edges. Line the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the weights and parchment paper and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the crust is lightly golden.
  2. Prepare the filling (10 minutes): In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, eggs, milk, chopped chives, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Mix until well combined. Pour the cheese mixture into the pre-baked crust and smooth the top.
  3. Bake (35-40 minutes): Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown. Allow the pie to cool slightly before slicing.
  4. Prepare the vinaigrette and greens (5 minutes): In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Toss the mixed greens with the vinaigrette until well coated.
  5. Serve (5 minutes): Serve slices of the savory cheese pie garnished with pine nuts alongside the dressed greens. Enjoy this delightful and balanced meal!

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

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