Italian Rice Pie (Easter Pie)
Submitted by: Tiger

9 eggs
1 1/2 C. white sugar
2 lb. ricotta cheese
1 tsp. vanilla extract
2 C. whipping cream
1 C. cooked rice (not instant)
1 (16 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 small jar maraschino cherries, chopped

1. Beat eggs in very large bowl.
2. Add sugar.
3. Mix well.
4. Stir in cheese and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
5. Add heavy cream.
6. Stir.
7. Fold in rice, pineapple and cherries.
8. Butter a 9x13" pan.
9. Pour into pan.
10.Bake at 325º for one hour.
11.Check for doneness by inserting clean knife into center. If the pie is  done, knife will come
    out clean.
12.Top should be golden brown.
13.Refrigerate until thoroughly cooled.