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torta rustica

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Recipe by
Missa Pugliani-Fisk
@MissaPuglianiFisk
Vero Beach, FL

If you can't find Hot Roll Mix, making a simple bread or roll dough works great.

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yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 30 Min
cook time 1 Hr 20 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For torta rustica

  • 1 pkg
    hot roll mix
  • 1 lb
    italian sausage, mild
  • 1 1/2 c
    onion
  • 1 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 2 md
    zucchini, unpaired and sliced
  • 1 c
    mushrooms, sliced
  • 1/4 c
    parsley
  • 1 tsp
    basil, fresh
  • 1 tsp
    oregano, fresh
  • 1 tsp
    fennel, optional
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 8 oz
    mozzarella cheese
  • 16 oz
    tomato puree

How To Make torta rustica

  • 1
    Prepare hot roll mix according to package directions, allowing dough to rise once.
  • 2
    Cook and stir sausage and onions in oil in Dutch oven until brown, about 15 minutes; drain fat, Stir in remaining ingredients except cheese.
  • 3
    Heat oven to 400 degrees. Roll out 2/3 of the dough on a lightly floured board. Roll until about ½ inch thick. Fit into 2-quart deep un-greased casserole, allowing 1-inch overhang.
  • 4
    Pour meat mixture into unbaked shell; sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Roll remaining dough to fit top; crimp edge to seal. Cover edge with aluminum foil to prevent over browning. Bake until crust is brown..about 20 minutes.
  • 5
    Serve with a nice salad and enjoy!
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