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Crispy Southern Tomato Pie with Easy Mayonnaise Crust

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A nostalgic and comforting southern tomato pie featuring a crispy, golden mayonnaise crust and layers of juicy tomatoes and cheese. Perfect for summer gatherings and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (190g)
  • 1 cup mayonnaise (220g), full-fat
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 4 large ripe tomatoes, sliced about ¼ inch thick
  • 1 teaspoon salt (to sprinkle on tomatoes)
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (120g)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (50g)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Instructions

  1. Slice the tomatoes about ¼ inch thick. Lay them on paper towels and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt. Let rest for 20-30 minutes to draw out moisture, then pat dry.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1 ½ cups flour and ½ teaspoon salt. Add 1 cup mayonnaise and stir until dough forms. Adjust with water or flour if needed.
  3. Press dough evenly into bottom and up sides of a 9-inch metal pie dish. Optionally roll out dough to ¼ inch thickness before placing in dish.
  4. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place crust on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes until lightly golden.
  5. In a bowl, mix shredded cheddar, grated Parmesan, chopped basil, garlic powder, black pepper, and optional Dijon mustard.
  6. Layer half the tomato slices over the pre-baked crust. Sprinkle half the cheese mixture on top. Add remaining tomato slices and top with remaining cheese mixture. Press gently.
  7. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes until bubbly, melted, and crust is crispy and golden. Cover edges with foil if browning too fast.
  8. Let pie cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing to allow filling to set.

Notes

Salting and resting the tomato slices is crucial to prevent sogginess. Use full-fat mayonnaise for best crust texture. Pre-bake the crust to keep it crisp. Let the pie cool before slicing for clean cuts. Rotate pie halfway through baking if crust browns unevenly. Avoid microwaving leftovers to maintain crust crispness.

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Keywords: tomato pie, southern tomato pie, mayonnaise crust, summer recipe, crispy crust, tomato tart, easy tomato pie, southern comfort food

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