Monday, August 27, 2012

Autumn Torte Rustica


-------------------Makes 12 servings
1--------------------small butternut squash (1 -1/2 pounds ) peeled , seaded and cut into 1/4-inch slices
3 -------------------eggs
3 -------------------cups ricotta cheese
1 --------------------cup graded Romano cheese
1 --------------------teaspoon rubbed sage
1 --------------------teaspoon water
1 --------------------small onion , chopped
2 --------------------tablespoons olive oil
2 --------------------packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach , thawed and squeeze dry
2 --------------------garlic cloves , minced
1/4 -----------------teaspoon ground nutmeg
1---------------------package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry , thawed
1) Place squash slices on baking sheet coated with cooking spray . Lightly spritz with cooking spray . Bake at 400* for 15 minutes or until tender .
2) Meanwhile , in a bowl , combine two eggs , cheese and sage in a small bowl , whisk the water and remaining egg ; set aside .
3) In a large skillet , saute onion in oil until tender . Stir in spinach , garlic and nutmeg . Cook and stir for 2 minutes ; set aside .
4) Unfold one pastry sheet onto a lightly floured surface . Roll out into a 14-inch squaer . Press onto bottom and yp the sides of a greased 9-inch springform pan , allowing the excess pastry to drape over the edges . Brush with reserved egg mixture .
5) Layer with half of the squash , cheese mixture and spinach . Repeat layers . Roll out the remaining pastry into a 10-inch square , place over filling . Trim edges ; fold the bottom pastry over the top and press edges to seal . Reroll pastry trimmings . Cut out with a small leaf cookie cutter , place on torte . Brush with egg mixture .
6) Place pan on baking sheet . Bake at 400* for 40 to 45 minutes . Serve warm or at room temperature . Refrigerate lefterovers .
TIP:
The wonderful flavor and lovely look of this cheese and vegetale pie is worth the bit of extra effort it takes to prepare it . The butternut squash adds a subtle sweetness that's irresistable .

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