Roasted Asparagus Pie

Ingredients

• 1 frozen pie crust
• 1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed and bias cut into 3" pieces
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2/3 cup ricotta
• 1 cup white cheddar cheese, grated
• 1/4 cup Parmigiano cheese, finely grated
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 eggs, beaten

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F, thaw your pie crust while the oven is heating, then use a fork to create air vents all over your crust.
2. Par-bake your pie crust using the manufacturers instructions until slightly golden. Let cool slightly. Turn oven heat down to 350°F
3. In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the ricotta, cheddar, parmigiana, salt, pepper and eggs. Set aside
4. In a saute pan over medium-heat, add olive oil and asparagus. Sear asparagus for 3 - 4 minutes or until a vibrant green. Remove from heat.
5. Use a spatula to evenly spread the ricotta filling into the par-baked crust then assemble the asparagus pieces on top in a design of your liking.
6. Bake pie in the oven for 40 - 42 minutes or until the pie is set in the center. Let cool, slice, and serve.