AuthorMeet P.CategoryVegetarian Stew RecipeDifficultyIntermediateStart by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and cold butter. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together. Roll out the dough and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Prick the bottom with a fork and bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
While the crust is cooling, lay the sliced tomatoes on paper towels and sprinkle with salt. Let them sit for about 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture, then pat them dry.
Layer the tomato slices and onion in the pre-baked crust. In a small bowl, mix the cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, mayonnaise, fresh basil, and thyme. Spread this mixture evenly over the tomatoes.
Layer the tomato slices and onion in the pre-baked crust. In a small bowl, mix the cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, mayonnaise, fresh basil, and thyme. Spread this mixture evenly over the tomatoes.
Bake the assembled pie in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
Serve warm or at room temperature. This Southern Tomato Pie is perfect for brunch, lunch, or even a light dinner. And hey, if you’re feeling adventurous, pair it with this Garlic Bread Pizza Recipe for an extra delightful meal.
Ingredients
Directions
Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and cold butter. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together. Roll out the dough and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Prick the bottom with a fork and bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
While the crust is cooling, lay the sliced tomatoes on paper towels and sprinkle with salt. Let them sit for about 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture, then pat them dry.
Layer the tomato slices and onion in the pre-baked crust. In a small bowl, mix the cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, mayonnaise, fresh basil, and thyme. Spread this mixture evenly over the tomatoes.
Layer the tomato slices and onion in the pre-baked crust. In a small bowl, mix the cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, mayonnaise, fresh basil, and thyme. Spread this mixture evenly over the tomatoes.
Bake the assembled pie in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
Serve warm or at room temperature. This Southern Tomato Pie is perfect for brunch, lunch, or even a light dinner. And hey, if you’re feeling adventurous, pair it with this Garlic Bread Pizza Recipe for an extra delightful meal.