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Savory Tomato Pie with Bacon: The Ultimate Southern Summer Classic

A thick, savory tomato pie featuring blistered red tomatoes, crispy smoky bacon, and caramelized onions in a flaky crust, topped with a bubbly layer of melted cheddar and mozzarella cheese and fresh parsley.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Brunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 9-inch (23cm) pie crust unbaked, homemade or store-bought
  • 2.5 lbs (1.1kg) red tomatoes Roma or vine-ripened, sliced
  • 6 slices (170g) thick-cut bacon chopped and fried until crispy
  • 2 large (400g) yellow onions thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) extra virgin olive oil or use bacon drippings
  • 1.5 cups (170g) sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup (115g) mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup (115g) mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup (60g) Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1/4 cup (10g) fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1 tsp (6g) kosher salt plus more for tomatoes
  • 1/2 tsp (1g) black pepper

Equipment

  • 1 9-inch fluted white ceramic dish Deep dish preferred
  • 1 Large Non-stick Skillet For onions and bacon
  • 1 Rimmed Baking Sheet For roasting tomatoes

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out dough into a fluted ceramic dish and crimp edges. Blind-bake with pie weights for 15 minutes, then remove weights and bake 5 minutes more until golden.
  2. Place sliced tomatoes on a parchment-lined sheet. Salt lightly and roast for 20 minutes until slightly blistered and moisture is reduced.
Filling and Topping
  1. Fry bacon until crispy and dark brown; crumble. In the same pan, caramelize onions until translucent and golden-brown.
  2. Layer caramelized onions, then roasted tomatoes, then bacon crumbles into the crust. Spread a mixture of mayo, yogurt, and cheeses over the top.
  3. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until the top is bubbly with toasted golden-brown spots. Rest for 20 minutes and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 485kcalProtein: 14gFat: 38gFiber: 2g

Notes

Roasting the tomatoes first is crucial to prevent a soggy bottom.
Let the pie rest for 20 minutes before slicing to ensure it sets properly.
Keyword Cheesy Tomato Tart,Savory Tomato Pie with Bacon,Southern Tomato Pie

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