Italian Brunch Torte Recipe

Reviewed on Mar. 20, 2013 by heyjudejo

Delicious and beautiful! I didn't have spinach so I used zucchini. I used the food processor to slice the zukes and mushrooms very thin. Next time I'm going to use crescent dough sheets to make a smoother crust. I did line the pan with quick release foil and cleanup was a breeze.

Reviewed on Mar. 13, 2013 by crafty4

Awesome & Beautiful! Looked just like the picture! Next time I'll try running my parchment paper up the side for easier cleaning, have the deli weight in halves for the layers & buy sliced roasted red peppers. Did 9oz. spinach that's the size i bought. All just to save time & easier. Mine yielded for 8, gone & I wanted more! Thank You so much!

Reviewed on Feb. 22, 2013 by shannonlady

Absolutely loved this dish...easy to make and very impressive to serve to guests...

Reviewed on Jan. 02, 2013 by johncathyvs

Easy to make and very delicious

Reviewed on Jul. 04, 2012 by 1275

Made this for a special Fourth of July Lunch. Very pretty and a cool idea! I did make a lot of changes however. I halved the recipe and made homemade biscuit dough and added in some ricotta cheese to the dough. I left out the spinach, mushrooms, and peppers. I also added in some extra sharp cheddar cheese and used farmer's cheese because that is all I had on hand. After the bottom crust baked I spread on some pizza sauce and added some ricotta cheese for moistness and then proceeded as directed. Mine did not turn out as pretty as the picture, partly because I halved the recipe but the dish was much loved; it could easily serve more than suggested. Try this- you'll be glad you did.

Reviewed on Feb. 25, 2012 by murrworm88

Always a hit. For as elegant as it looks, its super easy to put together. I would suggest using a thermometer as it is a thick dish. I have found I can make this an hour ahead of time and set it on the back burner while something else is in the oven before guests arrive- its still plenty warm when its time to eat.

Reviewed on Feb. 19, 2012 by Bellaj123

We absolutely love this recipe !! Made it for brunch several times and have had many requests to make it again.

Reviewed on Jan. 05, 2012 by lesleigh5

I wouldn't change a thing!!! It's even delicious leftover the next day.

Reviewed on Dec. 26, 2011 by ladysi43

It is Great for a Christmas Brunch,the red and green in the Torte is perfect.Sooo Good,the ladies all loved it.

Reviewed on Dec. 26, 2011 by auntmarianb

This is the most elegant dish. It feeds a large crowd & will become a holiday favorite @ our home.

Reviewed on Nov. 19, 2011 by soncie

I made this for a bridal shower and had rave reviews! Even those who do not like spinach or red peppers loved the blending of the flavors. I did cut back on the peppers, but that was the only change I made. It's a keeper!

CP Fort Wayne, IN

Reviewed on Jul. 16, 2011 by trachtmj

This looked so good, but because we keep Kosher I could not mix meat with dairy so I modified it by leaving out the meat and substituting lox (smoked salmon) in its place. Got raves from my guests. Will definitely make it again.

Reviewed on Jun. 10, 2011 by jeaningeorgia

A fabulous recipe with a great WOW factor that I served with a salad for a cool summer meal. I also added carmelized onions, a layer of cooked eggplant and a layer of sundried tomatoes for my second layer of red. Everyone insisted on the recipe. Thanks

Reviewed on May. 22, 2011 by pinokeho

On my top 10 recipes of all time!

Reviewed on May. 09, 2011 by EileenDelia

This was absolutely amazing! It was as beautiful as it was delicious !!!! Perfect for a large brunch crowd!

Reviewed on May. 07, 2011 by janev13

I made this torte for my Easter Brunch-and now my family wants it again for Mother's Day! Absolutely delicious.

Reviewed on May. 03, 2011 by Naturek

One of the best recipes I ever made. Everyone came back for second and third helpings. Only thing I changed was a little less salami. I also made the night before and warmed them up in the oven. That way you can just enjoy yourself the day of your gathering.

Reviewed on Apr. 27, 2011 by denise wicktor

I made this recipe for Easter brunch and it was a big hit.

Reviewed on Apr. 21, 2011 by naydinehanna

Very good! I made it with onions instead of mushrooms and peppers.

Reviewed on Apr. 18, 2011 by Harle

My family loved it! A keeper. Very easy to make looks great!

Reviewed on Apr. 18, 2011 by KKOWAL

This was delicious, I plan on making this again very soon. The only thing I will change is making it in a 13 X 9 pan instead of the springform pan (It was too hard to clean the pan)

Reviewed on Apr. 14, 2011 by loleyour

I had a neighbor that was getting married. I said I would make someting for the next day "family" brunch. I made this torte ahead of time to make sure I could serve this to a bunch I didnt know. Let me tell you it is awesome. Everyone raves about it cant wait to make it again.

Reviewed on Apr. 12, 2011 by nona104

I tried this recipe for the first time when I had my family over. It turned out great and was easy to make. everyone loved it! I added a few hot roasted red peppers in with the egg mixture for a little spiciness. There was a small piece leftover that I was going to eat later, but my son-in-law beat me to it! I will definitely make this again; maybe with sausage in place of the sliced ham.

Reviewed on Apr. 10, 2011 by reneemossco

very good and very pretty!!!!

Reviewed on Apr. 10, 2011 by KATofMN

This was awesome! The house smelled wonderful. Beautiful presentation. Tried to sneak the spinach by the kids by using only half, but decided next time to just put on half of the torte. Cut leftovers into pie shapes, wrapped with press-n-seal wrap, and slipped it all in a freezer baggie to use for breakfasts while camping.

I, too, had some leakage with the egg, but wasn't too hard to remove the foil. Perhaps using the release foil might help others if this is a problem. Also, I might use the crescent rolls that come in a solid "sheet: rather than piecing together the triangles.

Reviewed on Apr. 04, 2011 by lrluvsocr

I made mine in a square springform pan and it was SOOOO pretty and YUMMY. I took it to church and the volunteers loved it. Next stop, bridal shower brunch.

Reviewed on Mar. 28, 2011 by jleesmith

Made this last night as a trial run for my sister's bridal shower coming up in May. We will definitley be making this! So delicious and beautiful presentation! Make sure the foil is wrapped high enough. The egg mixture comes out of the bottom while baking.

Reviewed on Mar. 24, 2011 by NevadaRose

This was very good - be sure to blot the ingredients as there is a lot of moisture in this. Also had a time getting the foil off, as what leaked through the spring form pan baked onto the foil and pan. Even so, I would definitely make again - This got a 5 out of 5 rating from my office mates!

Reviewed on Mar. 23, 2011 by Carniglia

I had this at a friend's brunch and it was delicious! I had to join taste of home so I could get this fabulous recipe!!

Reviewed on Mar. 23, 2011 by helene041010

This torte makes a spectacular presentation! It is as tasty as it is beautiful! Well worth the time to prepare it. Sorry, no leftovers. Have to make two on the next occasion.