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Sausage Roasted Red Pepper And Spinach Torta Rustica Recipe

This festive, quiche-like Torta Rustica boasts a crispy baguette crust and a savory filling of Italian sausage, roasted red peppers, wilted spinach, and creamy cheese. Perfect for Christmas breakfast, Thanksgiving brunch, or any special occasion, this impressive dish is surprisingly easy to make and leaves you plenty of time to enjoy your guests. Adapted from Bon Appetit Magazine (December 2008).

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 125 mins
Calories 742.3 kcal
Protein 70g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Sausage Roasted Red Pepper And Spinach Torta Rustica

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Ingredients for Sausage Roasted Red Pepper And Spinach Torta Rustica

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How to Make Sausage Roasted Red Pepper And Spinach Torta Rustica

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Butter an 8x8x2-inch baking dish.
  3. Arrange 8 slices of baguette (about 1/2 inch thick) in the bottom of the dish to form the crust.
  4. Press 2 additional baguette slices along each of the four sides of the dish, creating a crust.
  5. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  6. Add 10 ounces of fresh spinach and toss until wilted (about 3 minutes).
  7. Transfer spinach to a colander to drain. Once cooled, squeeze out excess water thoroughly.
  8. Transfer the squeezed spinach to a medium bowl.
  9. In the same pot, add 1 pound of Italian sausage (sweet or hot, or a mix!). Cook over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through (about 7 minutes).
  10. Add the cooked sausage to the bowl with the spinach. Stir in 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese and 1 cup of roasted red peppers (jarred or homemade, chopped).
  11. Spread the spinach and sausage mixture evenly over the baguette slices in the baking dish.
  12. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs.
  13. Whisk in 1/2 cup of heavy cream, 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and salt and pepper to taste.
  14. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the spinach and sausage filling. Gently stir with a fork to combine.
  15. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese over the top.
  16. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the torta is puffed, golden brown, and the center is set.
  17. Remove from the oven and let rest for 15 minutes before serving.
  18. Serve warm with a side of hash browns and a fresh fruit salad. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

76 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

114g

Carbs

15g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Omelets And Frittatas Breakfast Lunch Snacks Eggs Dairy Pork Vegetables American European Holiday Event Italian Cheese Christmas Thanksgiving Californian Meat Pork Sausage Greens Spinach Taste Mood Savory 4 Hours Or Less