Torta Rustica

Name: Torta Rustica
Ingredients: 2 tsp. olive oil; 13 oz. hot Italian turkey sausage, casings removed; 1 tsp. dried basil; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1 c. part-skim Ricotta cheese; 2 Tbsp. skim milk; 8 oz. refrigerated pizza dough; 1/2 c. chopped onion; 2 1/2 c. blanched broccoli florets; 1/4 tsp. crushed fennel seed; 1/2 c. egg substitute; 1 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese

12 ingredients

7 steps

Ingredients

2 tsp. olive oil
13 oz. hot Italian turkey sausage, casings removed
1 tsp. dried basil
1/4 tsp. salt
1 c. part-skim Ricotta cheese
2 Tbsp. skim milk
8 oz. refrigerated pizza dough
1/2 c. chopped onion
2 1/2 c. blanched broccoli florets
1/4 tsp. crushed fennel seed
1/2 c. egg substitute
1 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1

In large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add sausage; cook 6 to 7 minutes, stirring to break into small pieces until browned.
2

With slotted spoon, remove sausage from skillet; set aside.
3

Add onion to skillet; cook, stirring frequently, for 2 to 3 minutes, or until tender.
4

Stir in broccoli, basil, fennel seed and salt.
5

Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, or until broccoli is tender.
6

Transfer mixture to medium bowl.
7

In small bowl, combine Ricotta, egg substitute, milk and Parmesan cheese; set aside.