In Italy, the ingredients and procedure for dishes vary from region to region. Pizza rustica, or “Easter Pie,” is no exception. The quiche-like staple is most frequently filled with cured meats, veggies and cheese.

Serves 8 (makes one pie)
Prep Time: 30 minutes (with an additional 30 minutes of rest time for dough)
Cook time: 1 hour

Using a paddle mixer, blend the flour, butter, shortening and salt until the mixture begins to resemble pea-sized pieces. With the machine running, add eggs one at a time. Once incorporated, add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dough begins to form. Gather dough into a ball and divide into 2 pieces. Flatten into disks, wrap in plastic and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.