Whimpy Skimpy Spinach Pie |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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You know you are a Rhode Islander when you know what a Whimpy Skimpy is! These have been made at Caserta's Pizza on Federal Hill, since 1946. Another R.I. institution! Ingredients:
1 (10 ounce) frozen chopped spinach |
1 (4 ounce) can chopped black olives |
1 pepperoni, chopped into small pieces |
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese |
garlic salt or garlic powder, to taste |
black pepper, to taste |
2 lbs pizza dough (homemade or store bought) |
1/4 cup olive oil |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Cook the spinach according to package directions; drain well.
3. Combine with the black olives, pepperoni, mozzarella, garlic salt, and pepper.
4. Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured work surface.
5. Cut the dough into 12 equal pieces.
6. Place a portion of the spinach mixture on each piece of dough.
7. Close each piece of dough and seal to make a turnover.
8. Brush each turnover with olive oil.
9. Place on baking sheet.
10. Bake for 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
11. Serve immediately.
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