Italian Rice Pie I

Name: Italian Rice Pie I
Yield: 1 - 9 1/2 x 13 1/2 inch pan
Ingredients: 9 eggs; 1 ½ cups white sugar; 2 pounds ricotta cheese; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 cups heavy whipping cream; 1 cup cooked white rice; 1 (15 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained

Rating: 4.62 stars

52 Ratings
45 Reviews
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This recipe was acquired by myself from a friend in 1986. It is originally from Naples, Italy. Italian Rice Pie is a tradition for my family on Easter. When I was young, the week prior to Easter was one full of activity in the kitchen. My mother and her sisters would prepare all the food in advance which was then laid out on the table Saturday morning. The local parish priest would come and bless the food for all to enjoy on Easter Sunday after mass!

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Recipe Summary

Servings:

Yield:

1 - 9 1/2 x 13 1/2 inch pan

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 8 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

9 eggs
1 ½ cups white sugar
2 pounds ricotta cheese
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup cooked white rice
1 (15 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained

Directions

Step 1

Beat eggs in very large bowl. Add sugar, mixing well. Stir in cheese and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Add heavy cream and stir. Fold in cooked rice and crushed pineapple.

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Step 2

Pour into a 9 x 13 inch buttered pan.
Step 3

Bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for one hour. Check by inserting clean knife into center. If the pie is done, knife will come out clean. Top should be golden brown. Refrigerate until thoroughly cooled.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

646 calories; protein 22g; carbohydrates 59.3g; fat 36.7g; cholesterol 326mg; sodium 244mg. Full Nutrition

Reviews (45)

Most helpful positive review

Kimberly Strain

12/28/2005

Wow. I really liked this one. I made 'Italian Rice Pie 2' first which I really enjoyed but it was a much simpler recipe than this. (still great) The ingredients in this pie all blend together wonderfully for a tasty, not overly sweet yet filling dessert. I suggest a splash or two of heavy cream over this pie. It's great cold as well as slightly warmed. Read More

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Most helpful critical review

Kimberly

01/28/2011

I will not most likely make this recipe again I did not care for it at all. I thought the pie was not sweet and took nearly 2 hour to cook. If I would try to make this again I would need to make several changes including adding more sugar, rice and pineapple. Read More

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52 Ratings

5 star values: 40
4 star values: 8
3 star values: 1
2 star values: 2
1 star values: 1

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Kimberly Strain

12/27/2005

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DISCIPLE

08/29/2002

Excellent dish. Pineapple could be replaced with your choice of fruit, dates, raisins, etc. Read More

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Marcelle Malillo Maggio

04/02/2005

Absolutely sensational!!! This is truly addicting. Had to find use for alot of leftover ricotta and so glad I found this. Talk about comfort food. My whole family loved it. Cooked it a bit longer than an hour no big deal. Gona hold on to this one. Read More

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Josephina Maietta

12/10/2009

No Pineapple!! to make it the way it is meant to be made it is with Lemon zest and orange zest. candied fruit if you like. I found if you use just the orange zest with a concentrated mango orange juice you get a much better taste and you sprinkle with powdered sugar when cool Acerca Napoli Read More

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EFUSCOJR

04/18/2003

Made this recipe last Easter and the whole family loved it. Excellent! just like what grandma used to make. Read More

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melissa master cavell

07/02/2004

It took me much longer to bake this than what the original recipe stated but it was DELICIOUS and my family raved about it. One even asked for the recipe. Read More

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CAITY-O

04/17/2003

This was very delicious... I finally made it. It reminded me of an Italian wheat pie my grandmother made every Easter. Brought back nice memories... thank you! Read More

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STEPHRI

04/09/2004

This is a GREAT recipe one of the best rice pies I've ever had. I have been using this same one for the past 3 Easters and everyone always loves it. Thanks! Read More

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Michelle Colberg

04/05/2005

I made this for easter and it came out really well! Almost as good as the one my grandmother used to make. I forgot to drain the pineapple so mine came out really moist but i think i will make it that way the next time also! Read More

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Kimberly

01/28/2011

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Italian Rice Pie I

Servings Per Recipe: 8
Calories: 646.2

% Daily Value *

protein: 44 %

carbohydrates: 19 %

dietary fiber: 2 %

sugars:

fat: 56 %

saturated fat: 105 %

cholesterol: 109 %

vitamin a iu: 32 %

niacin equivalents: 36 %

vitamin b6: 11 %

vitamin c: 9 %

folate: 14 %

calcium: 39 %

iron: 11 %

magnesium: 14 %

potassium: 9 %

sodium: 10 %

thiamin: 15 %

calories from fat:

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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Kimberly Strain

12/27/2005

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DISCIPLE

08/29/2002

Excellent dish. Pineapple could be replaced with your choice of fruit, dates, raisins, etc.

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(31)

Marcelle Malillo Maggio

04/02/2005

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(25)

Josephina Maietta

12/10/2009

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EFUSCOJR

04/18/2003

Made this recipe last Easter and the whole family loved it. Excellent! just like what grandma used to make.

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(14)

melissa master cavell

07/02/2004

It took me much longer to bake this than what the original recipe stated but it was DELICIOUS and my family raved about it. One even asked for the recipe.

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(13)

CAITY-O

04/17/2003

This was very delicious... I finally made it. It reminded me of an Italian wheat pie my grandmother made every Easter. Brought back nice memories... thank you!

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(12)

STEPHRI

04/09/2004

This is a GREAT recipe one of the best rice pies I've ever had. I have been using this same one for the past 3 Easters and everyone always loves it. Thanks!

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(11)

Michelle Colberg