By Paravicinis Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Topping
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes, or until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Mix well.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture. Add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough begins to form.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let It Rise
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Filling Preparation
- 6
Mix Filling Ingredients
In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, cooked spinach, feta cheese, egg, nutmeg, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Assembly and Baking
- 7
Preheat Oven
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 8
Roll Out Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
- 9
Cut and Fill
Cut the dough into circles (about 4 inches in diameter). Place a spoonful of filling on one half of each circle and fold the other half over. Pinch the edges to seal.
- 10
Arrange on Baking Sheet
Place the filled dough on a greased baking sheet. Brush the tops with olive oil.
- 11
Add Topping
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and chopped basil on top of each filled dough.
- 12
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
