Here’s a formatted recipe for Neapolitan pastiera:
Neapolitan Pastiera Recipe
- Ingredients:
• 300g wheat berries1 liter milk • 300g sugar• 500g ricotta cheese• 6 large eggs• 1 lemon zest• 1 orange zest• 1 tsp vanilla extract• 50g candied citron• 50g candied orange peel• 50g candied lemon peel• 50g candied cherries• 50g cooked wheat• Confectioners’ sugar (for dusting)• Pastry dough (for lining the pan)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Wheat Berries: • Soak the wheat berries in water for at least 3 days, changing the water daily. Then, cook them in milk over low heat until soft. 2. Make the Filling: • Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). • In a large bowl, mix together the cooked wheat, ricotta cheese, sugar, eggs, lemon zest, orange zest, vanilla extract, and candied fruits until well combined. 3. Line the Pan: • Roll out the pastry dough and line a 9-inch round baking pan, making sure to cover the bottom and sides evenly. 4. Fill the Pie: • Pour the filling mixture into the pastry-lined pan, spreading it out evenly. 5. Bake: • Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown. 6. Cool and Serve: • Allow the pastiera to cool completely in the pan before removing and transferring to a serving dish. • Dust the top with confectioners’ sugar before serving.
Enjoy your delicious Neapolitan pastiera!
