Who said you always need puff pastry or shortcrust for a savory pie? Today I propose a creative and delicious version: a savory pie with ham and provola… on a carasau bread base! Crispy on the outside, cheesy on the inside, super easy to prepare, and perfect for using up that pack of carasau wandering in the pantry. Try it and you’ll never look back!
Versatile, tasty, and ready in just a few minutes: this carasau bread savory pie will become your go-to dish. Serve it as an appetizer, a main dish, or a fridge-clearer idea… and let me know how you personalize it!
- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Affordable
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All Seasons
Ingredients
- 10.5 oz carasau bread
- 5.3 oz sliced cooked ham
- 3.5 oz sliced sweet provola
- to taste oil and salt
Tools
- Non-stick pan
Steps
Soak the carasau bread in water for a few seconds and form the base of the savory pie on an oiled baking tray.
Fill with cooked ham and provola.
Cover with more soaked carasau bread.
Salt the surface of the savory pie and spray a little oil over it, then bake for 20 minutes at 392°F or until the surface is golden and crispy.
Variations:
• Vegetarian version with grilled zucchini and feta
• With speck and smoked scamorza
• Add cherry tomatoes or olives for an extra touch
Variations:
• Vegetarian version with grilled zucchini and feta
• With speck and smoked scamorza
• Add cherry tomatoes or olives for an extra touch
