Description
Southern tomato pie is a delightful Southern dish that combines fresh, juicy tomatoes layered with creamy cheese and aromatic herbs, all nestled in a flaky crust. It’s a flavor-packed slice of summer that’s perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners at home. With its vibrant colors and comforting taste, this pie is sure to impress your family and friends, making it an unforgettable centerpiece for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 store-bought pie crust
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 medium sweet onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375?F (190?C). Roll out the pie crust and fit it into a pie dish.
- Sprinkle sliced tomatoes with salt and let them sit on paper towels to absorb moisture.
- In a skillet over medium heat, saut? onions in olive oil until soft (about 5 minutes).
- In a bowl, mix sour cream, cheeses (reserve some for topping), basil, and saut?ed onions until well combined.
- Layer half of the tomatoes in the pie crust, followed by half of the cheese mixture. Repeat layers and finish with remaining cheese on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly. Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg