Grandma’s Tomato Pie Recipe: 4 Steps to Irresistible Comfort
A classic tomato pie recipe passed down through generations. It features a flaky crust, ripe tomatoes, and a creamy cheese filling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 cup ice water
- 4 large tomatoes, sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix flour and butter until crumbly. Add ice water and knead into a dough.
- Roll dough into a pie crust and press into a 9-inch pie dish.
- Layer tomato slices in the crust, sprinkling with salt and pepper.
- Mix cheese, mayonnaise, and basil. Spread over tomatoes.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm tomatoes for best results.
- Blot tomato slices with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- Add bacon or caramelized onions for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg