Got any questions? Ask away! I’m happy to help. If you enjoy this recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I’ll be sure to share! Thanks! — Mike H. Southern tomato pie is a delicious savory pie made with lots of fresh tomatoes layered in a crust with a mix of melty cheeses and creamy mayonnaise. The filling is a lot like the popular pimento cheese, which you can also use. This recipe is perfect for when your garden is exploding with fresh tomatoes, though you can use store bought tomatoes to enjoy this dish all year long. It is certainly decadent, but one you will fall in love with the moment the first bite passes your lips. Let’s talk about how to make tomato pie, shall we?
Fresh Ripe Tomatoes. I’m using a mix of heirloom tomatoes from my garden, but any fresh tomatoes are good, like roma tomatoes. Deep Dish Pre-Baked Pie Crust. You can make your own, but the ready-made from the store is perfect! Onion. Mayonnaise. I prefer Duke’s mayo. Cheeses. Mozzarella, cheddar, parmesan. Cornstarch. Fresh Basil. Hot Sauce. Optional, for a bit of extra flavor.
Pat the tomato slices extra dry with paper towels and set aside. Chop the onion and cook it in a small pan 2-3 minutes to soften. Set aside to cool. Set the pre-baked pie crust into a glass pie plate and bake for 8-10 minutes at 350 degrees F (175C), or until lightly browned. In a large bowl, mix the cooked onion with mayonnaise, shredded cheeses, cornstarch, hot sauce, and salt and pepper. Layer the tomatoes and basil on the bottom of the pie crust, then half the cheese mixture, then the remaining tomato and basil, the remaining cheese mixture. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese begins to brown and crust is golden brown. Rest for at least 15 minutes to 20 minutes to cool and let the pie set. Longer is better. Boom! Done! Your southern-style tomato pie is ready to serve. Are you ready for incredible flavor? Here you go! You won’t believe how much you love this. Here are ways to avoid a wet or watery tomato pie: It also isn’t bad served cold. I do not recommend freezing tomato pie. That’s it, my friends. I hope you enjoy this southern tomato pie recipe. Let me know if you make it. I’d love to hear how it turned out for you, and if you decided to spice it up!
The Spicy Food Lovers’ Cookbook, by Mike Hultquist (affiliate link, my friends!)
