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Pastizzi

Flaky diamond-shaped Maltese pastries filled with seasoned ricotta cheese.

70 minMediumServes 6290 cal/serving

MediterraneanAppetizerOvenVegetarianHalal-friendlyKosher-styleNut-FreeSoy-FreeShellfish-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeLow-SodiumCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2/3 cup warm water
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400F (200C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, mix 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp salt, and 2/3 cup warm water to form a soft dough.

  3. 3

    Knead dough for 5 minutes, then roll into a thin rectangle and spread 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter evenly across the surface.

  4. 4

    Roll dough tightly into a log, stretch and twist slightly, then cut into 12 equal rounds.

  5. 5

    In a small bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese, 1 beaten egg, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.

  6. 6

    Flatten each dough round with your thumbs, place filling in center, pinch edges to seal into diamond shapes, and place on prepared pan.

  7. 7

    Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and flaky.

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Questions

What is Pastizzi?

Flaky diamond-shaped Maltese pastries filled with seasoned ricotta cheese. This reference files it under Mediterranean appetizer: made in the oven, rated medium and about 70 minutes start to finish.

How long does Pastizzi take?

As written, 70 minutes: 45 of prep and 25 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 7 (25 minutes): "Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and flaky."

What oven temperature does Pastizzi need?

For Pastizzi, the oven is set to 400 F (about 205 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 25 minutes, in step 7.

Is there a substitute for ricotta in Pastizzi?

The entry for Pastizzi calls for 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese. In its place: Small-curd cottage cheese, drained and blended briefly, works in baked dishes. For dairy-free, blend firm tofu with lemon juice and salt.

Can I make Pastizzi gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Pastizzi is 2 cups all-purpose flour. Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works). Everything else proceeds as written.

Is Pastizzi vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened, 1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese and 1 egg, beaten. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan appetizer collection.

Does Pastizzi contain eggs?

Yes: 1 egg, beaten. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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