Description
A savory slice of Iconic Tomato Pie featuring ripe tomatoes, creamy cheeses, and aromatic herbs, all sitting atop a flaky crust. A must-try twist on traditional pizza.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 4–5 medium ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled turkey sausage or chicken bacon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F.
- Place sliced tomatoes in a colander and sprinkle with salt. Let sit for 10-15 minutes.
- Prepare your crust in a suitable pie dish.
- Combine mozzarella, ricotta, Parmesan, garlic powder, and basil in a mixing bowl.
- Pat the tomatoes dry and layer over the crust. Season with pepper and olive oil.
- Pour the cheese mixture over the tomatoes, spreading evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free pie crust. Use plant-based cheese for a vegan version.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg