Stracchino and Broccoli Casserole

4 servings

90 minutes

Stracchino and broccoli casserole is a refined combination of Italian cheeses and tender broccoli florets encased in a crispy pastry crust. This recipe embodies the traditions of French cuisine, bringing lightness and elegance to the flavor. Stracchino, a soft creamy cheese with a slight tang, perfectly complements the sweet taste of ricotta and the depth of aromatic Grana Padano. Broccoli adds freshness, making the dish lighter and healthier. The casserole's taste is remarkably harmonious—creamy, delicate, with subtle savory notes. It is ideal for a cozy family dinner or a festive table setting. Serve it warm with a glass of white wine and a fresh salad to fully unveil its culinary magic.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 625.8
• Proteins: 21.9g
• Fats: 35g
• Carbohydrates: 43g

Ingredients

• Wheat flour: 200 g
• Egg yolk: 2 pc
• Broccoli cabbage: 250 g
• Stracchino cheese: 250 g
• Ricotta cheese: 125 g
• Grana Padano cheese: 40 g
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil: 40 ml

Cooking steps

1. Boil broccoli florets in salted water and drain.

   Required ingredients:

   • Broccoli cabbage: 250 g
   • Salt:  to taste

2. Manually knead the dough from flour, ricotta, 40 g of olive oil, and 30 g of water. Add a pinch of salt. Place the dough in an airtight container (or cover the bowl with plastic wrap) and refrigerate for 1 hour.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 200 g
   • Ricotta cheese: 125 g
   • Extra virgin olive oil: 40 ml
   • Salt:  to taste

3. Roll out the prepared dough into a sheet about 3 mm thick. Prepare a baking dish measuring approximately 11x27 cm and 4 cm high lined with parchment paper. Then line the dish with the dough, trimming any excess edges. Place another sheet of parchment on top and fill it with dry legumes (peas or lentils) to help the dough hold its shape. Place in the oven at 180 degrees and bake for about 30-40 minutes (until partially cooked).

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 200 g

4. Mix stracchino cheese with broccoli, egg yolk, and 40 grams of Grana cheese. Add salt and pepper to taste. Pour the mixture into a partially cooked pastry shell and return to the oven for an additional 30-40 minutes (until done). The most important thing is that the pastry is well baked.

   Required ingredients:

   • Stracchino cheese: 250 g
   • Broccoli cabbage: 250 g
   • Egg yolk: 2 pieces
   • Grana Padano cheese: 40 g
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste