Tomato Pie with Bacon and Basil
Fresh summer tomatoes, crispy bacon, and fresh basil in a flaky crust with a cheesy mayonnaise topping.
Recipe by the SouthernComfy Editorial Team
Developed and reviewed by our editorial team.
Prep Time
25m
Cook Time
35m
Servings
8
Difficulty
Medium
Estimated Nutrition
Per serving · estimated
Calories
420
Protein
14 g
Carbs
22 g
Fat
32 g
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Ingredients
Shop the tools- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 4 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 6 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F. Press pie crust into 9-inch pie pan and pre-bake 10 minutes.
Place tomato slices on paper towels, sprinkle with salt, and let drain for 15 minutes.
Layer half the tomatoes in the crust, top with half the bacon and basil.
Repeat layers with remaining tomatoes, bacon, and basil.
Mix cheeses, mayonnaise, green onions, and pepper in a bowl.
Spread cheese mixture over the top of the pie.
Bake 30-35 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Let cool 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Chef's Comfy Tip
Salt the tomatoes and let them drain to prevent a soggy crust - this step is essential!
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