Description
A savory Southern classic made with ripe tomatoes, cheese, and herbs baked in a flaky pie crust. Perfect for brunches, potlucks, or comforting dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust
- 4 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced onion
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Optional: 1/4 cup crumbled bacon
- Optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: Sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice tomatoes and place on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 10 minutes. Pat dry.
- Sauté sliced onions in olive oil until soft and translucent. Set aside.
- In a bowl, combine mozzarella, cheddar, mayonnaise, basil, parsley, and black pepper. Mix until creamy.
- Place the pie crust on a baking sheet. Layer half the tomato slices and onions in the crust.
- Spread half of the cheese mixture over the tomatoes and onions.
- Repeat with remaining tomatoes, onions, and cheese mixture.
- Sprinkle any optional add-ins like bacon or Parmesan on top.
- Bake for 30–40 minutes or until golden brown and bubbling.
- Let cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use heirloom tomatoes for extra flavor and color. Ensure tomatoes are well-drained to prevent sogginess. Allow pie to rest before slicing for cleaner cuts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: southern tomato pie, savory pie, tomato recipe, southern comfort food