Torta salata con prosciutto e formaggio

Ingredienti

• 1 round pie crust (homemade or store bought)
• 1 cup shredded cheese (fontina, firm mozzarella, swiss or cheese of choice)
• 3/4-1 cup chopped prosciutto or pancetta
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk (whole or 2%)
• 1-2 pinches salt (if you use prosciutto you may not need salt, parmgiano could be a bit salty also)
• 1-2 dashes black pepper
• 1/2-1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley
• 1/4 cup freshly grated parmigiano

Preparazione

1. 1

   Pre-heat oven to 350F (180C). Spray or grease and flour an 8 or 9 inch pie or tart pan.

2. 2

   Fit the dough either homemade or store bought, into the prepared pie pan. Prick the bottom of the crust well with a fork. Sprinkle the shredded cheese and cubed prosciutto on top.

3. 3

   In a large bowl beat the eggs, milk, salt, pepper and parsley. Pour the mixture over the cheese and prosciutto, sprinkle the parmigiano on top. Fold over the edges.

4. 4

   Bake for approximately 35-40 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and baked through. Let sit 5 minutes then cut and serve. Enjoy!