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Recipes:
For the Crust
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2–3 tablespoons cold water (as needed)
For the Filling
3/4 cup Arborio or short-grain rice
2 cups whole milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon orange zest
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/3 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Directions
Prepare the Crust: In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Cut in butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture resembles
coarse crumbs.
Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until dough forms. Add cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Cook the Rice: In a saucepan, combine rice, milk, and salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook for about 20 minutes until rice is
tender and milk is mostly absorbed. Let cool completely.
Make the Filling: In a large bowl, mix ricotta, sugar, eggs, vanilla, citrus zest, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth. Fold in cooled rice mixture and chocolate
chips if using.
Assemble the Pie: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out chilled dough and press into a greased 9-inch pie pan. Pour the filling into the crust, smoothing the
top.
Bake for 50–55 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
Let cool completely before serving. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Prep Time: 30 minutes, Cooking Time: 55 minutes, Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes, Kcal: 380 per serving, Servings: 8
