Description
This Southern Tomato Pie bursts with fresh tomato flavor layered with herbs, creamy cheese, and a flaky crust. It’s a classic comfort dish that showcases the best of summer produce.
Ingredients
1 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought, pre-baked)
4–5 ripe tomatoes, sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Place tomato slices on paper towels and sprinkle with salt. Let sit 20 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
3. Blot the tomatoes dry with fresh paper towels.
4. Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard on the bottom of the pre-baked pie crust.
5. Layer half the tomatoes into the crust. Sprinkle with half the basil and green onions.
6. Repeat with remaining tomatoes, basil, and onions.
7. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, cheddar, and mozzarella.
8. Spread cheese mixture over the tomatoes evenly.
9. Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 30–35 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
10. Cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Use heirloom or garden tomatoes for bold flavor.
Avoid sogginess by fully draining and blotting tomatoes.
Perfect with iced tea or a side salad.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: southern tomato pie, tomato cheese pie, summer recipe, savory pie