Southern Tomato Pie
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of summer with our Southern Tomato Pie, a delightful dish that brings together fresh garden tomatoes and a creamy, cheesy filling. This pie is incredibly easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for both casual dinners and festive gatherings. With its flaky crust and aromatic herbs, each slice offers a burst of flavor that’s sure to impress your guests. Whether served warm, at room temperature, or cold, this savory treat showcases the best of seasonal produce and Southern hospitality.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
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- 1 nine-inch pie crust
- 900 g tomatoes (cored, seeded, chopped)
- 1 large yellow onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.75 teaspoon sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded fontina cheese (divided)
- 0.33 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine chopped tomatoes, sliced onion, olive oil, salt, pepper, sugar, and thyme; mix gently.
- Stir in chopped basil.
- Spread the tomato mixture evenly in the unbaked pie crust.
- In another bowl, mix mayonnaise with half of the shredded fontina until combined.
- Dollop this mixture over the tomatoes.
- Sprinkle remaining fontina and Pecorino Romano on top.
- Bake for 40-50 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Allow to cool for about 10-15 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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