Southern Tomato Pie
Imagine taking out a Southern Tomato Pie from the oven with its aroma wafting through the kitchen. Carrying hints of basil and gooey cheese promising a comfort meal. Where layers of tomatoes and fresh herbs blend harmoniously with a decadent mix of mozzarella and cheddar. All nestled in a crispy crust. Reminding us that sometimes basic ingredients infused with love and nostalgia do create not sustenance. But cherished memories. Whether enjoyed on summer afternoons or during winter nights.
6 Servings
Ingredients
- One 9-inch pie crust
- 4-5 Roma or beefsteak tomatoes sliced
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ c freshly chopped basil leaves
- 2 garlic cloves finely minced
- 1 c grated mozzarella cheese
- 1 c grated sharp cheddar cheese
- ¾ c mayonnaise
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- ½ c butter cracker crumbs about 12 crackers
Instructions
- Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the pie crust: Place your 9-inch pie crust in a pie dish. Cover it with parchment paper. And fill it with dried beans or pie weights. Bake for 20 minutes until it turns slightly golden. Then take it out of the oven. Remove the parchment paper and weights and allow it to cool.
- While the crust is cooling. Lay out sliced tomatoes on paper towels. Sprinkle them with salt. And let them sit for around 10 minutes. Pat them dry to get rid of any moisture.
- Layer the pie: Once the crust has cooled down. Start layering tomatoes. Chopped basil in it setting aside some tomatoes for the top layer.
- Prepare the filling: In a bowl combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, grated cheeses, and black pepper. Spread this mixture over the tomato layers in the crust.
- Sprinkle butter cracker crumbs on top along with the remaining tomato slices. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until it becomes golden brown and bubbly.
- Allow the pie to cool for 15 minutes before slicing into it. Relish your Southern Tomato Pie!
Notes
Who says you can't savor the taste of a Southern Tomato Pie while following a gluten-free diet? Not us! By making a switch. You can relish this treat without any concerns. Here's the trick; substitute the pie crust and butter cracker crumbs with your gluten-free options. You can find a pie crust at your nearby grocery store or health food store. And trade the butter crackers for a gluten-free cracker selection. Crush them finely to achieve that ideal crispy topping. This minor change ensures that everyone around the table. No matter their needs. Can enjoy a slice of this cheesy and incredibly delightful pie. Embrace the flavors in a gluten-free way. And allow this pie to show that with some ingenuity comfort food knows no bounds.