The Ultimate Old-Fashioned Tomato Pie
This old-fashioned tomato pie is the perfect savory summer recipe made with juicy heirloom tomatoes, sweet onions, fresh herbs, Gruyère, Parmesan, and a flaky homemade pie crust. A classic Southern comfort food favorite that’s perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner.
- Prep Time: 45 MINS
- Cook Time: 40 MINS
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 SERVINGS 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: SOUTHERN
Ingredients
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For the Pie Crust
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup vegetable shortening
- 4 tablespoons cold butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3–4 tablespoons ice water
For the Filling
- 4–5 assorted heirloom tomatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 sweet onion, thinly sliced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 1 cup freshly grated Gruyère cheese
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
Instructions
- Lay the tomato slices on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt. Let sit for 30–45 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Pat dry.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt for the crust. Cut in shortening and cold butter until crumbly. Add ice water one tablespoon at a time until the dough comes together.
- Form dough into a disk, chill for 30 minutes, then roll out and place into a 9-inch pie dish.
- Prebake the crust for 10 minutes and allow to cool slightly.
- Heat canola oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook sliced onions until soft and lightly golden. Season with salt and pepper.
- Layer half the tomatoes into the crust. Top with half the onions, herbs, Gruyère, and Parmesan.
- Repeat the layers with remaining tomatoes, onions, herbs, and cheese.
- Spread the mayonnaise lightly across the top and sprinkle with a little extra Parmesan.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
- Let rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Salting the tomatoes beforehand helps prevent a soggy pie.
- Use freshly grated cheese for the best flavor and melting texture.
- Heirloom tomatoes add beautiful color and rich summer flavor.
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