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Bacon Onion Tomato Pie

Bacon Onion Tomato Pie: Comforting Southern Flavor Delight

This Bacon Onion Tomato Pie combines layers of smoky bacon, caramelized onions, and juicy tomatoes in a flaky crust, creating a comforting Southern classic.
Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust
  • 1 package Pie Crust Refrigerated store-bought or homemade
For the Filling
  • 8 oz Bacon Thick-cut, cooked crispy
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or sweet
  • 4 medium Tomatoes Firm, ripe (like Roma or heirloom), salted and drained
For the Cheesy Topping
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Aged
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Creamy addition
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute half with Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp Herbs (Basil/Parsley) Fresh or dried Italian seasoning
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential seasoning

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie dish
  • large skillet
  • medium bowl
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), roll out pie crust into 9-inch dish, prick bottom with fork, blind-bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden, set aside to cool.
  2. Cook thick-cut bacon in skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes, transfer to paper towel-lined plate to drain, crumble once cooled.
  3. In the same skillet, add sliced onions with reserved bacon drippings, cook over medium-low heat for 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Slice firm, ripe tomatoes, lay on paper towels, sprinkle with salt, let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
  5. Layer half the crumbled bacon, half the caramelized onions, and a layer of tomato slices in the prepped crust, repeat with remaining ingredients.
  6. Combine mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and fresh herbs in a bowl, mix well, and spread over layered ingredients in pie crust.
  7. Bake pie for 30-35 minutes until cheese topping is bubbly and lightly golden, let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to salt the tomatoes to prevent a soggy crust and use thick-cut bacon for best flavor. Store at room temperature for up to 1 day, in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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