tomato basil pie

Durham, NC
Updated on Aug 31, 2010

I manage the children's garden at a community garden, and we have so many tomatoes so I adopted this recipe but changed some of the ingredients. I might even use hot peppers in it for a kick and change of pace. It is very good.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 30 Min
method ---
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 - unbaked pie crust, deep-dish
  • 2 - large tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 - large onion, chopped
  • 1 - green pepper, diced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 8 slices crisp-fried bacon, crumbled
  • 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup basil, fresh, cut in to a chiffonade
  • - salt and pepper, and garlic powder to taste for the tomatoes

How To Make tomato basil pie

  • Step 1
    Slice tomatoes and place in unbaked pie crust. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste. Sprinkle with basil.
  • Step 2
    Saute onions and peppers in butter and place on top of sliced tomatoes.
  • Step 3
    Add bacon pieces.
  • Step 4
    Mix cheese and mayonnaise and spread over the top.
  • Step 5
    Bake at 350 for 30 minutes until crust is well browned.
  • Step 6
    TIP: If your tomatoes are very juicy you may want to place on paper towels to soak up some juice.

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