Cheesy Artichoke Pie

It only takes 30 minutes to assemble and less than an hour in the oven!

When I think of a cheesy pie, I imagine something dense and, well, super cheesy.

This pie defies my preconceptions!

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The main cheese is mild ricotta, with some Swiss cheese and Parmesan for extra oomph.

Its a vision to behold.

Serve it with a big salad orsteamed asparagusand some crusty bread.

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Whats the Best Cheese for Cheese Pie?

Ricotta is what really lights up this pie, but it is a little bland by itself.

Whole milk ricotta is the creamiest and best to use in the recipe.

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Anyway,usingcannedor defrosted frozen artichoke heartsis probably more realistic unless you are hankering for a project.

Youll need about 1 1/2 cups.

What Is Phyllo?

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The most common examples arespanakopitaandbaklava, but it has many more uses.

I usedthis brand, but have also found other similar brands depending on where I shop.

To prevent it from becoming dry and brittle, use the phyllo within 24 hours of defrosting it.

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Tips for Working With Phyllo

Phyllo can be a little glitchy to work with.

Each paper-thin sheet must be brushed with melted butter and layered in a baking dish.

Cover it tightly with foil and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking.

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It can be frozen for up to three months.

It should take from 10 to 20 minutes longer to bake than a freshly made pie.

Once baked, leftover pie will keep for two to three days in the refrigerator.

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Save the remaining butter to brush the phyllo.

In a small skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of the oil.

In a bowl, whisk the eggs to scramble them.

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Stir in the scallions.

Unwrap the phyllo and set the stack of sheets next to the pan.

(You will fold the edges over to cover the top after the filling has been added.)

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Repeat with 4 more sheets to make a total of 6 sheets.

It will look a little messy, but all will be well in the end.

Pour half the filling into the pan.

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Distribute the artichoke hearts over the top, and spread the remaining filling over the artichokes.

Fold the overhanging sheets of phyllo over the filling and brush with butter.

Lay it over the pan, buttered side up, and tuck the edges into the pan.

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You just want a smooth piece of phyllo on top to make the pie look tidy and finished.

With a serrated or sharp knife, cut through the layer of phyllo to make six wedges.

This makes it easier to slice after its baked.

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Let cool for 20 minutes in the pan.

Cut the pie into wedges and serve warm or at room temperature.

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Side view of a flaky spring pie on a large blue platter. One slice of the pie is missing and the cheesy artichoke filling is visible on the plate. The lower left has a pile of forks on a white plate. A grey linen tablecloth is on the table and a glass is in the upper left corner.