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Deliciously Cheesy Southern Tomato Pie Recipe

Southern Tomato Pie is a delicious and unique dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of fresh tomatoes, basil, and a creamy, cheesy filling makes this recipe a crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 9- inch pie crust unbaked (225g)
  • 4-5 Roma or beefsteak tomatoes sliced (450g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt 2.5g
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves chopped (10g)
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese grated (113g)
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese grated (113g)
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise 180ml
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper 2g
  • 1/2 cup butter cracker crumbs such as Ritz, about 12 crackers (50g)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line the pie shell with parchment paper and fill with dried beans or pie weights and bake until lightly golden, about 20 minutes.
  3. Remove parchment and beans or pie weights and set crust on a wire rack to cool while you make the filling.
  4. Arrange tomatoes on a double layer of paper towels and sprinkle with salt. Allow to rest 10 minutes, then pat dry with another double layer of paper towels.
  5. Layer tomatoes and basil in the pie shell, reserving some slices of tomato for the top of the pie.
  6. In a small bowl, stir together the mayo, garlic, cheeses, and black pepper. Spread mixture over tomatoes.
  7. Sprinkle the top with cracker crumbs and top with reserved tomato slices.
  8. Bake until golden brown and bubbly, 40-45 minutes. Let rest 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

You can use any type of tomatoes for this recipe, but Roma or beefsteak tomatoes work best. If you don't have access to fresh basil, you can substitute with dried basil. Make sure to pat dry the tomato slices before layering them in the pie shell to avoid a soggy crust. You can also add other ingredients like sliced onions, bacon, or herbs to customize the recipe to your liking.