Green Bean and Ham Pie
6 servings
120 minutes
Green bean and ham pie is a harmony of simple yet rich flavors born from Russian culinary traditions. The crispy dough made with butter and sour cream perfectly complements the juicy filling of green beans, tender ham, aromatic thyme, and roasted tomatoes. The egg filling adds softness to the pie and binds the ingredients together, while the golden crust of melted cheese completes the composition. This pie can be served as a main dish or as a tasty appetizer at family dinners. Its versatility is surprising: it can be enjoyed warm or cold, and the combination of vegetables and meat makes it nutritious and balanced. A magnificent treat for those who appreciate homey comfort and delicious, heartfelt dishes.
1
Sift the flour into a deep bowl and grate cold butter into it.
- Wheat flour: 250 g
- Butter: 125 g
2
Beat 1 egg with sour cream and add to the flour along with a pinch of salt.
- Chicken egg: 5 piece
- Sour cream: 2 teaspoons
- Salt: to taste
3
Knead the dough, then evenly spread it on the bottom of a buttered pan.
- Butter: 125 g
4
Poke the dough with a fork and put it in the fridge for an hour.
5
Place the tomatoes in boiling water for 2 minutes, then in cold water. Peel off the skin and cut into cubes.
- Tomatoes: 2 pieces
6
Chop garlic and onion finely and sauté in olive oil.
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Onion: 1 head
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
7
Cut the ham into cubes or strips.
- Ham: 300 g
8
Whisk 4 eggs, add salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Chicken egg: 5 piece
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Dried thyme: 0.5 tablespoon
9
In a bowl, mix eggs, tomatoes, green beans, fried onions, and ham.
- Chicken egg: 5 piece
- Tomatoes: 2 pieces
- Green beans: 200 g
- Onion: 1 head
- Ham: 300 g
10
Pour the filling into the dough form and sprinkle with grated cheese.
- Hard cheese: 150 g
11
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 35-40 minutes.