Description
Tomato Pie is a comforting Southern classic that combines juicy, ripe tomatoes with savory herbs, crispy bacon, and a rich cheesy topping—all baked in a flaky crust. It’s the perfect balance of tangy, creamy, and savory flavors, making it ideal for family dinners, picnics, or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (9-inch) deep dish pie crust
- 4 large tomatoes, peeled and sliced
- ½ pound bacon, cooked, drained, and chopped
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- ½ cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange half of the sliced tomatoes in the pie crust.
- Add a layer of chopped bacon, green onions, and basil.
- In a small bowl, mix oregano, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper with remaining tomatoes, then layer on top.
- In another bowl, combine shredded cheese and mayonnaise.
- Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the top layer.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Drain tomatoes well to prevent a soggy crust.
- Use heirloom tomatoes for richer flavor.
- Let the pie rest 10–15 minutes before cutting for cleaner slices.
- Can be served warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course / Savory Pie
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Southern (American)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
Keywords: Tomato Pie, American, Pie, Vegetables, Cheese