torta rustica

5 Pinches
Vero Beach, FL
Updated on Apr 26, 2015

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

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

Ingredients

  • 1 package hot roll mix
  • 1 pound italian sausage, mild
  • 1 1/2 cups onion
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 medium zucchini, unpaired and sliced
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1/4 cup parsley
  • 1 teaspoon basil, fresh
  • 1 teaspoon oregano, fresh
  • 1 teaspoon fennel, optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 8 ounces mozzarella cheese
  • 16 ounces tomato puree

How To Make torta rustica

  • Step 1
    Prepare hot roll mix according to package directions, allowing dough to rise once.
  • Step 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.
  • Step 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.
  • Step 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.
  • Step 5
    Serve with a nice salad and enjoy!

Discover More

Culture: Italian
Keyword: #Casserole
Ingredient: Pork
Category: Casseroles
Method: Stove Top

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