Pizza Pot Pie

This Pizza Pot Pie is a hearty, savory dish that combines the classic flavors of pizza with the comforting structure of a pot pie. Layers of spicy Italian sausage, rich ricotta, and sharp Parmesan are nestled in a tomato sauce and topped with a generous amount of mozzarella cheese. The entire filling is capped with a golden-brown homemade dough crust. It offers a satisfying crunch from the crust and a creamy, spicy interior. Perfect for family dinners, game day gatherings, or a cozy weeknight meal, this dish brings together familiar ingredients in a unique and delicious way. It is a crowd-pleaser that serves as both main course and side, offering a warm, cheesy experience that feels indulgent yet home-style.

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: American

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 8

Calories: 1764.8

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This Pizza Pot Pie is a hearty, savory dish that combines the classic flavors of pizza with the comforting structure of a pot pie. Layers of spicy Italian sausage, rich ricotta, and sharp Parmesan are nestled in a tomato sauce and topped with a generous amount of mozzarella cheese. The entire filling is capped with a golden-brown homemade dough crust. It offers a satisfying crunch from the crust and a creamy, spicy interior. Perfect for family dinners, game day gatherings, or a cozy weeknight meal, this dish brings together familiar ingredients in a unique and delicious way. It is a crowd-pleaser that serves as both main course and side, offering a warm, cheesy experience that feels indulgent yet home-style.

Ingredients

2 pound Italian sausage, sweet
2 pound Italian sausage, hot
4 1/2 cup Spicy Tomato Sauce
2 cup Ricotta cheese
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, imported,
3/4 cup Parsley, fresh, chopped
2 1/2 tablespoon Oregano, dried
2 Eggs
to taste Freshly ground black pepper
4 cup Mozzarella cheese, grated
1 Pizza dough, raised once
1 tablespoon Water

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 350F (177C).
2
In a heavy skillet, saut sweet and hot Italian sausages until browned.
3
Drain excess fat from the sausages and transfer them to a large bowl.
4
Stir the Spicy Tomato Sauce into the sausage mixture and set aside.
5
In a separate bowl, mix ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup of chopped parsley, 2 tablespoons of oregano, 1 egg, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
6
In a 9x13 inch rectangular ovenproof dish, spread half of the sausage mixture evenly.
7
Dot the sausage layer with half of the ricotta cheese mixture.
8
Sprinkle 2 cups of grated mozzarella cheese evenly over the ricotta layer.
9
Sprinkle with 1/2 of the remaining parsley and half of the remaining oregano.
10
Repeat the layers with the remaining sausage mixture, ricotta mixture, mozzarella cheese, parsley, and oregano.
11
Roll out three-quarters of the pizza dough to a thickness of about 1/3 inch, ensuring it is about 1 inch larger than the pan on all sides.
12
Transfer the rolled dough to the top of the pie filling and tuck in the excess dough around the edges to seal.
13
Beat the remaining egg with 1 tablespoon of water and brush the mixture over the top of the crust.
14
Roll out the remaining dough and cut into decorative shapes using cookie cutters if desired.
15
Arrange the decorative dough shapes on top of the crust.
16
Brush the decorative shapes again with the beaten egg mixture.
17
Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the top crust is golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
18
Let the pie stand for 30 minutes before cutting and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1764.8kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 111.9g173%
Saturated Fat 44.6g223%
Cholesterol 308.2mg103%
Sodium 5036.8mg210%
Total Carbohydrate 32.6g11%
Dietary Fiber 4.1g17%
Sugars 16.0g
Protein 140.7g282%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350F until warmed through.

Variations: You can substitute the pizza dough with puff pastry or crescent roll dough for a quicker, flakier crust.

Tips: Ensure the sausage is well-drained to prevent the bottom of the pie from becoming soggy.

Serving: Serve warm, optionally with a side salad or garlic bread.

Keywords: pizza, pot pie, italian sausage, ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, tomato sauce, comfort food, baked pasta, cheese, dinner, family meal, game day, spicy, herbs, oregano, parsley, dough, oven, layered, savory

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