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Cozy Southern Style Tomato Pie Recipe with Bacon Cheddar Easy and Perfect

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A warm and savory southern style tomato pie featuring crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and juicy tomatoes layered on a buttery crust. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pre-made pie crust (store-bought or homemade, chilled)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
  • 4–5 medium ripe tomatoes, sliced (about 1/4 inch thick)
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked crisp and chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (full-fat recommended)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil or fresh thyme (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and prick the bottom a few times with a fork. Brush melted butter over the crust edges and bottom.
  2. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 8-10 minutes. Drain on paper towels and chop into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Slice tomatoes about 1/4 inch thick. Lay them on paper towels, lightly salt to pull excess moisture, wait 10 minutes, then pat dry with more paper towels.
  4. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, garlic powder, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper. Stir in half the shredded cheddar cheese and half the bacon pieces.
  5. Spread the mayo-cheese-bacon mixture evenly over the buttered crust. Layer the tomatoes in a circular pattern on top, slightly overlapping. Sprinkle the remaining cheese and bacon evenly over the tomatoes.
  6. Bake the pie on the middle rack for 35-40 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and crust is golden brown.
  7. Let the pie cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing to allow the filling to set.

Notes

Patting tomatoes dry and layering the mayo-cheese-bacon mixture first prevents sogginess. Cover crust edges with foil if browning too fast. A quick broil at the end can crisp the top further. Let pie rest before slicing for cleaner cuts.

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Keywords: tomato pie, southern style, bacon cheddar, comfort food, easy recipe, savory pie, brunch, quick dinner

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