Broccoli Savory Pie: a Wonder of Flavors and Creaminess
The broccoli savory pie filled with cheese is a simple yet irresistible dish, perfect for a quick lunch, a tasty dinner, or a perfect appetizer to share. This recipe combines genuine and flavorful ingredients, such as broccoli, potatoes, smoked provola, and Grana Padano, for a creamy and stringy result that conquers at the first bite.
Broccoli, rich in fiber and vitamins, perfectly marry the sweetness of potatoes and the decisive taste of smoked provola, creating a truly unique balance of flavors. Preparing it is very simple: just cook the vegetables, create a dough with the egg and the grana, prepare a base where we will add the cheese, and on top another layer of broccoli and potato mixture. The aroma that it releases during cooking is irresistible, making this savory pie a winning choice for any occasion, from family dinners to buffets with friends.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Budget-friendly
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 4
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Fall, Winter, and Spring
- Energy 370.73 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 30.49 (g) of which sugars 2.62 (g)
- Proteins 21.80 (g)
- Fat 18.23 (g) of which saturated 3.28 (g)of which unsaturated 2.62 (g)
- Fibers 3.31 (g)
- Sodium 643.97 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 250 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Broccoli Savory Pie Ingredients
- 4 broccoli
- 9 oz smoked provola (sliced)
- 1.75 oz grated parmesan
- 3.5 oz breadcrumbs
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 3 potatoes
- 1 egg
Tools
- Baking Pan PME OBL08122 Professional Baking Pan, Aluminum, Silver, 8 x 12 inches
- Frying Pan Tognana Set of 3 Frying Pans 8-9.5-11 inches, Aluminum, also for Induction, Black
Broccoli Savory Pie Steps
Let’s start by cleaning the broccoli and cutting them into florets, then boil them in water for a few minutes. Meanwhile, cook the potatoes in another pot. Once cooked, place the broccoli in a bowl, add the potatoes which you have mashed with a potato masher, the cheese, a tablespoon of breadcrumbs, and mix everything well until you form a homogeneous mixture.
Add salt and pepper, the egg, and mix well to combine. In a 8×12 inch baking pan, lined with parchment paper, make a base with the breadcrumbs, and transfer half of the mixture, pressing down well. Add the cheese slices and cover everything with the remaining broccoli and potato mixture, sprinkle a little breadcrumbs and parmesan on top of the mixture, press well with the back of a spoon, and bake at 390°F for 20/25 minutes. When the surface turns golden, turn off the oven. Serve immediately
Tips, notes, variations for the broccoli pie
You can use other cheeses like fontina or provolone. Add spices to your liking, such as smoked paprika, nutmeg, or aromatic herbs.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Why make the broccoli pie?
It’s a great solution for using broccoli in an original and tasty way
