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Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of our Bacon Onion Tomato Pie! This delectable recipe combines the smoky goodness of bacon, the sweetness of caramelized onions, and the freshness of ripe tomatoes, all nestled in a flaky golden crust. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of flavors that will leave you craving more. Whether you’re looking for a comforting main dish or a tantalizing side, this pie is a must-try culinary delight that will impress your loved ones and add a touch of gourmet to any occasion.
There’s nothing quite like the aroma of sizzling bacon filling the kitchen, captivating the senses and signaling that something special is about to be created. In our little family, the Bacon Onion Tomato Pie has become a beloved tradition that brings us all together. Every time I make this pie, my husband’s eyes light up with excitement, and our children eagerly gather around the kitchen, eagerly waiting for their favorite treat. It all started with a simple experiment in the kitchen, and now, it has become a cherished recipe that we make on birthdays, holidays, and those special Sundays when we simply want to enjoy a comforting meal together. This pie has the power to transform an ordinary day into an extraordinary one, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
“Why This Bacon Onion Tomato Pie Will Amaze You”
- Unforgettable Flavor: Indulge in the perfect balance of smoky bacon, sweet caramelized onions, and juicy tomatoes, creating a symphony of flavors that will dance on your taste buds.
- Simple Yet Sophisticated: Impress your guests with this elegant dish that looks and tastes like it was crafted by a gourmet chef, while being surprisingly easy to prepare.
- Quality Ingredients: Each bite showcases the freshness of ripe tomatoes, the richness of sharp cheddar cheese, and the irresistible crunch of buttery Ritz crackers.
- Versatile Delight: Enjoy it as a hearty main course or serve it as a show-stopping side dish that complements any meal. Its versatility makes it perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or even a cozy night in.
- The Ultimate Comfort Food: This pie provides the ultimate comfort, wrapping you in a warm embrace of flavors that evoke feelings of nostalgia and home.
Ingredients:
- 1 (9-inch) pie shell
- 5 large tomatoes, peeled and sliced
- 4 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 sweet onion, thinly sliced or chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup crushed Ritz crackers
- 2 teaspoons melted butter
- 2 green onions (scallions), thinly sliced
- Pie shell: 1 (9-inch)
- Tomatoes: 5 large (approximately 2.2 lb or 1000 g)
- Bacon: 4 slices (approximately 4 oz or 113 g)
- Sweet onion: 1 (approximately 8 oz or 227 g)
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Milk: 2 tablespoons
- Mayonnaise: 1/2 cup
- Sharp cheddar cheese: 1 1/2 cups (approximately 6 oz or 170 g), shredded
- Ritz crackers: 1/4 cup (approximately 1.4 oz or 40 g), crushed
- Butter: 2 teaspoons, melted
- Green onions (scallions): 2, thinly sliced
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prick the bottom of the pie shell with a fork and bake it for around 10 minutes until it turns lightly golden. Set it aside.
- In a skillet, cook the bacon until it becomes crispy. Remove it from the skillet, drain it on paper towels, and crumble it into small pieces. Set it aside.
- Arrange a layer of sliced tomatoes to cover the bottom of the partially baked pie shell. Sprinkle the chopped onion, salt, and pepper over the tomatoes.
- Create another layer of sliced tomatoes and season it with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and milk. Spoon the mixture over the tomatoes, ensuring it spreads evenly to cover them.
- In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter until well combined. Sprinkle this mixture over the top of the pie.
- Bake the pie in the preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes or until the filling is bubbly, and the crust turns golden brown.
- Remove the pie from the oven and sprinkle the sliced green onions (scallions) over the top as a fresh garnish.
- Allow the pie to cool for a few minutes before serving. Slice and savor the irresistible flavors of the Bacon Onion Tomato Pie, which can be enjoyed as a delightful main dish or a scrumptious side for any occasion.
Notes:
- For a vegetarian version, you can omit the bacon or substitute it with vegetarian bacon alternatives.
- Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese for varied flavors. Gruyère, mozzarella, or even blue cheese can add an interesting twist.
- If you prefer a crispier crust, you can brush the bottom of the pie shell with a beaten egg before baking.
- This pie is best served fresh, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat individual slices in the oven or microwave before serving.
Irresistible Bacon Onion Tomato Pie Recipe
Whether you're looking for a comforting main dish or a tantalizing side, this pie is a must-try culinary delight that will impress your loved ones and add a touch of gourmet to any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 9-inch pie shell
- 5 large tomatoes peeled and sliced
- 4 slices of bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 sweet onion thinly sliced or chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/4 cup crushed Ritz crackers
- 2 teaspoons melted butter
- 2 green onions scallions, thinly sliced
- Pie shell: 1 9-inch
- Tomatoes: 5 large approximately 2.2 lb or 1000 g
- Bacon: 4 slices approximately 4 oz or 113 g
- Sweet onion: 1 approximately 8 oz or 227 g
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Milk: 2 tablespoons
- Mayonnaise: 1/2 cup
- Sharp cheddar cheese: 1 1/2 cups approximately 6 oz or 170 g, shredded
- Ritz crackers: 1/4 cup approximately 1.4 oz or 40 g, crushed
- Butter: 2 teaspoons melted
- Green onions scallions: 2, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prick the bottom of the pie shell with a fork and bake it for around 10 minutes until it turns lightly golden. Set it aside.
- In a skillet, cook the bacon until it becomes crispy. Remove it from the skillet, drain it on paper towels, and crumble it into small pieces. Set it aside.
- Arrange a layer of sliced tomatoes to cover the bottom of the partially baked pie shell. Sprinkle the chopped onion, salt, and pepper over the tomatoes.
- Create another layer of sliced tomatoes and season it with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and milk. Spoon the mixture over the tomatoes, ensuring it spreads evenly to cover them.
- In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter until well combined. Sprinkle this mixture over the top of the pie.
- Bake the pie in the preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes or until the filling is bubbly, and the crust turns golden brown.
- Remove the pie from the oven and sprinkle the sliced green onions (scallions) over the top as a fresh garnish.
- Allow the pie to cool for a few minutes before serving. Slice and savor the irresistible flavors of the Bacon Onion Tomato Pie, which can be enjoyed as a delightful main dish or a scrumptious side for any occasion.