Description
A true Southern classic—this Cheesy Tomato Pie features layers of ripe tomatoes, creamy cheese, and fresh herbs baked in a flaky crust for the perfect taste of summer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought), pre-baked
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil (plus more for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the tomatoes and lay them on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture, then pat dry.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, cheddar, mozzarella, basil, and chives until creamy.
- Arrange half the tomato slices in the pre-baked crust. Sprinkle with black pepper and garlic powder.
- Spread half of the cheese mixture over the tomatoes.
- Repeat with remaining tomatoes and cheese mixture, spreading evenly.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let cool at least 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil and a crack of black pepper.
Notes
Salting and draining tomatoes is key to a crisp crust. Letting the pie rest before slicing helps the filling set. Store leftovers covered in the fridge for 2–3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Savory Pie
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: cheesy tomato pie, southern tomato pie, summer recipe, fresh tomatoes, comfort food