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Southern Tomato Pie Recipe

Southern Tomato Pie

iamwinfred
Ripe summer tomatoes, a blanket of melty cheddar and mozzarella, and a tangy mayonnaise topping come together in this Southern Tomato Pie Recipe. It is the dish that shows up at potlucks and church suppers all across Alabama, Mississippi, and Georgia every August. This version keeps things simple and reliable, with a flaky crust, juicy tomatoes that won't turn the whole thing soggy, and a cheese topping that bakes up golden and bubbly.
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Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • Deep Dish Pie Plate 9 inch
  • Pie weights or dried beans
  • Box grater
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Paper towels or a clean kitchen towel

Ingredients
  

  • 1 unbaked 9 inch deep dish pie crust homemade or store bought
  • 3 large ripe tomatoes about 2 pounds, sliced 1/4 inch thick
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt for drawing moisture out of the tomatoes
  • 1 cup Duke's Mayonnaise
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded, grated from a block
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 0.25 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 3 green onions thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped, plus extra whole leaves for garnish
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions
 

  • Slice tomatoes into 1/4 inch thick rounds. Lay in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with paper towels. Sprinkle both sides evenly with kosher salt and let rest for 20-30 minutes. Blot tops dry with fresh paper towels before using.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Fit pie crust into deep dish pie plate and crimp edges. Line with parchment paper and fill with pie weights. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove weights and parchment. Bake 5 more minutes until bottom is dry and light golden. Set aside to cool. Reduce oven temperature to 375°F.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, cheddar, mozzarella, parmesan, minced garlic, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir until thick and evenly combined. Set aside at room temperature.
  • Arrange half of the drained tomato slices in a single layer over the bottom of the par-baked crust. Scatter half of the chopped basil and half of the sliced green onions over the tomatoes. Repeat with remaining tomatoes, basil, and green onions.
  • Spoon cheese mixture over the layered tomatoes and spread into an even layer reaching all the way to the edges. Place pie on a baking sheet and bake for 35-40 minutes until deep golden brown and bubbling. Tent edges with foil if browning too quickly.
  • Remove from oven and let rest for at least 20 minutes before slicing. Garnish with whole basil leaves. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Choose the ripest, most flavorful tomatoes you can find, since they are the star of the dish.
  • Do not skip the salting and draining step, it is what keeps the crust from turning soggy.
  • Grate your own cheese from a block rather than using pre-shredded bags for a smoother melt.
  • Let the pie rest for a full 20 minutes before slicing so it holds together on the plate.
  • If your tomatoes are especially juicy, add an extra 10 minutes of draining time.
  • Store leftover slices covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat individual slices in a 350°F oven for about 10 minutes to re-crisp the crust.
  • Avoid microwaving if possible, since it tends to make the crust soggy.
  • This pie does not freeze well due to the high moisture content of the tomatoes.
  • Swap in pimento cheese for the cheddar and mozzarella mixture for a true pimento cheese pie.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 13gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 540mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 6mg
Keyword cheese tomato pie, southern tomato pie, summer tomato pie, tomato pie recipe
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