Description
This Best Tomato Pie is a savory, comforting dish featuring juicy tomatoes, a flaky homemade crust, and a cheesy, herby filling. The pie is perfect for summer when tomatoes are at their peak, but it’s so delicious you’ll want to make it year-round. The combination of fresh tomatoes, melted cheese, and a buttery crust makes this a standout dish, whether served as a main course, side, or appetizer.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
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1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
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1/4 cup ice water
For the Filling:
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4 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
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1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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1 teaspoon dried basil
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil (optional for garnish)
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Instructions
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Prepare the Crust:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
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Add the cold cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough just comes together.
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Shape the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
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Prepare the Tomatoes:
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While the crust is chilling, slice the tomatoes and place them in a colander. Sprinkle the tomatoes with salt and let them sit for 10-15 minutes to release excess moisture.
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After the tomatoes have released their moisture, gently blot them dry with paper towels.
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Preheat the Oven:
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Roll Out the Crust:
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On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a circle large enough to fit into a 9-inch pie dish.
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Carefully transfer the dough to the pie dish and trim any excess dough from the edges. Crimp the edges to create a decorative border.
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Assemble the Pie:
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Layer the tomato slices in the prepared crust.
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In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, cheddar, mozzarella, Parmesan, black pepper, basil, and oregano.
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Spread the cheese mixture over the tomatoes, making sure to cover them completely.
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Bake the Pie:
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Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbly and lightly browned on top.
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Serve:
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Allow the pie to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh chopped basil if desired and serve warm.
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Notes
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For a flakier crust, make sure the butter is very cold when mixing it with the flour.
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You can substitute store-bought pie crust if you’re short on time, but homemade crust will add extra flavor and texture.
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If you want to add a bit of zing to the pie, a teaspoon of Dijon mustard can be mixed into the cheese filling.
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This pie can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before baking, or you can bake and refrigerate it and reheat it later.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish / Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the pie
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg