Pancetta and Parmesan Torte

Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis

Show: Everyday ItalianEpisode: Girls Night In

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Cook Time:
33 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
6 servings

Times:

Prep: 15 min
Inactive Prep: 15 min
Cook: 33 min
Total:: 1 hr 3 min

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Ingredients

1 refrigerated pie crust (half of 15-ounce package), room temperature
1 teaspoon olive oil
4 ounces thinly sliced pancetta, chopped
2/3 cup whipping cream
1/2 cup whole milk
3 large eggs
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2/3 cup shredded Parmesan

Directions

Position the rack on the bottom third of the oven and preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Press the crust into a 9-inch-diameter tart pan with a removable bottom. Trim the edges; set aside.

Heat the oil in a heavy medium skillet over medium heat. Add the pancetta and saute until crisp, about 7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the pancetta to paper towels and drain. Beat the cream, milk, eggs, parsley, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl to blend. Stir in the cheese and pancetta. Pour the cream mixture into the crust.

Bake the torte until the filling puffs and is golden brown on top, about 25 minutes. Let the torte cool for 15 minutes. Cut the torte into 12 thin wedges and serve.

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Christin Atlanta, GA 08-21-2009
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Delish!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Very easy to make, it was slightly salty but was superb! I don't mind a little bit of salt. This had rave reviews, I have... already forwarded on to friends and will definitely make again!Read more
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TERRI WOODBRIDGE, VA 08-05-2009
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EXCELLENT
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

EVERY TIME I HAVE MADE THIS TORTE NOT ONE PIECE HAS GONE TO WASTE IN A 3 MEMBER HOUSEHOLD
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Rhonda Ventura, CA 05-25-2009
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Too much salt
Rated: 2 stars out of 5

I made this for a ladies brunch yesterday. Only 2 pieces were eaten out of this and I was one. It was way too salty. I made... this to exact recipe. I couldn't eat my piece. I ended up throwing the whole thing in the trash. I am glad this wasn't the only thing I made. I will try with different ingredients and not put in extra salt. I will add more egg and more cream as some reviews said.Read more
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Jackie Westford, MA 04-09-2009
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Fantastic.
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I make this all the time when I am short of time and energy. With a simple salad this makes a great meal. It is simple and... tastes great too!Read more
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ruth lindenhurst, NY 11-24-2008
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Great Appetizer for Cocktail Party
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I've made this torte several times. It's a great dish to bring along to a party and it disappears immediately. I always... have fresh Parmesano Reggiano in the fridge. I recommend using this instead of pre-grated packaged parmesan if you can get it. It's fairly expensive, but it keeps for months if you don't grate it until you need it. If you don't have pancetta available, try substituting carmelized onions. It's delicious! Read more
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null null, null 11-12-2008
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Cinch to make
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This has been one of the favorites among my friends and my husband always begs for me to save him some. I have made this at... least 4 times with different ingredients substituted in and always have been thrilled with the results! Thanks, Giada!Read more