Asparagus & Spinach Torte

Name: Asparagus & Spinach Torte
Ingredients: Filling:; 1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese; 2 large eggs; Salt and pepper; 4 oz spinach leaves, washed and chopped; 1 cup chopped asparagus tips; 2 Tbsp snipped chives; 2 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese; Crust:; 1 cup whole-wheat flour; 1/4 cup water; 3 Tbsp olive oil; 1/4 tsp salt

13 ingredients

4 steps

Ingredients

Filling:
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
2 large eggs
Salt and pepper
4 oz spinach leaves, washed and chopped
1 cup chopped asparagus tips
2 Tbsp snipped chives
2 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
Crust:
1 cup whole-wheat flour
1/4 cup water
3 Tbsp olive oil
1/4 tsp salt

Directions

1

# Preheat oven to 350°F. In medium bowl, combine all crust ingredients until they come together. Knead briefly, then press into a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom or pie tin.
2

# In medium bowl, whisk ricotta, eggs, salt, and pepper; set aside.
3

# Add washed, wet spinach to large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook about 3 minutes, until wilted, stirring. Stir in asparagus; cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
4

# Add vegetables and chives to ricotta mixture; stir to combine. Pour into prepared crust. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake 30 to 35 minutes, until crust is golden and filling is firm. Serve warm or at room temperature.