Braided Vegetable Pie

Mix the ricotta cheese with butter and flour well

Set aside

Meanwhile, combine the broccoli, tomato, cheese, and egg in a separate bowl

Season with salt and oregano to taste

Roll out the dough on a floured surface

Cut into 7cm diameter circles approximately

Place one portion of the filling over one half of each circle and fold well, pressing the edges together with fingers or a fork

Arrange in an ungreased baking dish and bake at moderate heat (180°C) for about 35 minutes, or until golden brown

Serve hot

Yield: 45 pastéis.