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    Home » Recipes » Main Dishes

    How to Make a Fresh Tomato Pie

    By: Jane · Updated: 20 Jan, '18 · This post may contain affiliate links · 22 Comments

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    Leo and I have been blessed with a bounty of fresh tomatoes from the garden this year. And there is no better way to use the overflow of tomatoes than to make a fresh tomato pie.  If you can get your hands on some fresh tomatoes, and if you've never made one of these, then follow my easy steps to make your own.

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    I'll never forget my first taste of tomato pie. Leo and I were living in the Low Country of South Carolina when we went to the Tomato Shed Cafe on Johns Island. This was a vegetable stand that had a little area where they served up their fresh vegetables for lunch. They asked if we had ever had tomato pie, and we said no that we hadn't.  But with the first bite I thought I'd gone to heaven! It was so yummy, and they happened to have some pies already made up that you could take home with you and bake. Needless to say, we became regulars of the little cafe during the summer until I learned how to make my own.

    How to make Fresh Tomato Pie

    Learn how to make fresh tomato pie with my step-by-step instructions, detailed pictures, and helpful tips.

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    Step 1

    To make a tomato pie, you will need a frozen deep-dish pie crust. This package contained 2, so I made a pie for my mother and one for ourselves. Today I will give you the ingredients for one pie.

    Step 2

    Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (176 degrees Celsius). Poke a few holes in the bottom and sides of the crust after it has thawed slightly. Bake the crust for 10 minutes and remove from the oven.

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    Step 3

    Meanwhile, wash, peel, and slice about 2 pounds of fresh tomatoes. Lay the slices on top of at least 2 paper towels. Sprinkle the top of the slices with salt and allow the slices to drain for at least 15 minutes. Take another paper towel and dab any moisture from the top of the tomatoes. Don't omit this very important step or you will end up with a soggy pie!

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    Step 4

    Thinly slice a sweet yellow onion and lightly saute it. Use the smallest amount of olive oil in your pan when you do. As you can see here, I used a red onion because that's what I had on hand. You could even use some green onions.

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    Step 5

    Grate 1 cup of cheddar cheese and ¼ cup Parmesan cheese. I threw in a little grated Swiss cheese, and I've even used grated Mozzarella cheese.

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    Step 6

    Now here is my secret ingredient that most people don't include in their tomato pie. Squirt 1 tablespoon of spicy brown mustard into the bottom of the pie shell and spread it all around the bottom. I learned this trick from a caterer. The mustard helps to prevent a soggy bottom and gives great flavor too.

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    Step 7

    Layer the tomato slices in the bottom of the crust. Season with salt, pepper,  and 1 teaspoon of dried oregano. Add some chopped fresh basil and then add the onion slices on top of the tomato layer.

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    Step 8

    Combine the grated cheeses with ½ cup mayonnaise and 1 teaspoon dried dill weed. Spread this mixture on top of the tomatoes and onions.

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    Step 9

    Bake the pie at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (176 degrees Celsius) for 25 minutes or until the top is lightly browned.

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    Step 10

    Let the pie rest for about 15 minutes before slicing into wedges. Garnish with a little fresh basil, if you'd like, and serve warm.

    I told you it was easy, and nothing tastes like summer more than Fresh Tomato Pie!

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    1. Nichole

      August 28, 2016 at 10:42 pm

      Tomato pie from the Tomato Shed on Johns Island is the best! I'm from Charleston but moved about 3 hours awa, But I love going to the Tomato Shed when I visit. Nothing is better than Johns Island Tomatoes!!!

      Reply
    2. Sherry

      June 28, 2014 at 12:52 pm

      I absolutely love tomato pie. My recipe is a little different, but I might just try yours. Love that good ole summertime eating!

      Reply
    3. may

      June 28, 2014 at 12:21 pm

      This looks so yummy... Thank you so much for the recipe...Hugs May x x

      Reply
    4. Debbie

      August 24, 2012 at 4:37 pm

      Making this right now with Cherokee purple tomatoes. Can't wait!

      Reply
    5. rose

      July 30, 2012 at 5:22 pm

      looks good

      Reply
    6. Shirley@Housepitality Designs

      July 22, 2012 at 12:05 pm

      This looks wonderful!...reminds me of a great grilled cheese and tomato sandwich!!!

      Reply
    7. Jean Windham

      July 22, 2012 at 10:30 am

      Thanks for the recipe. I cannot wait to fix the "Tomato Pie" with your recipe. I have never seen the Gulden's mustard used but I am sure it works. Jean

      Reply
    8. Keeping it Cozy

      July 21, 2012 at 2:30 pm

      This looks like the perfect recipe for ripe tomatoes from the garden!

      Reply
    9. Nicole

      July 20, 2012 at 2:57 pm

      I Love tomatoes! This sounds so tasty. Visiting from Inspiration Friday 🙂

      Reply
    10. Conni

      July 20, 2012 at 9:33 am

      Wow! I have never even heard of tomato pie before! Thanks for sharing. I will be pinning this on Pinterest 🙂

      Reply
    11. Ann

      July 20, 2012 at 8:36 am

      Yankee girl that I am I have never heard of Tomato Pie. It looks incredible though so I am sure I've been missing out! Pinning this for sure. Happy Friday and have a great weekend...Ann

      Reply
    12. CAS

      July 19, 2012 at 11:06 pm

      I've never made fresh tomato pie before, but this looks really good. Our garden is quickly running out of steam because of our extreme heat. Still getting some yellow pear & cherry tomatoes, but they are not as good as they were earlier. Oh well, I can't complain because it was a great producing garden . We are thinking about planting a fall garden, but we'll see.

      Reply
    13. emily willingham

      July 19, 2012 at 6:14 pm

      LOVE tomato pie, could eat it every day - if you like a subtle heat, use some pepper-jack cheese - amazingly good - this recipe is definitely a keeper!

      Reply
    14. Kris

      July 19, 2012 at 11:28 am

      Jane,

      This recipe sounds faBulous! So easy and it looks pretty too! I love fresh tomatoes!

      Reply
    15. Jordan@the2seasons

      July 19, 2012 at 11:25 am

      Yummy! This looks so good. I am going to pin this because it looks like we will have a lot of tomatoes at once and I am not sure to do with them all when they come. Now I will be armed and ready.

      Reply
    16. Tanya@TakeSix

      July 19, 2012 at 11:17 am

      Oh goodness, Jane. This looks wonderful!! I'm hoping for lots of tomatoes this year. 🙂

      Reply
    17. Barbara F.

      July 19, 2012 at 9:03 am

      Jane, this sounds delicious, everything I love all joined together in a flaky pie crust! Mmmm Have to try this one. xo

      Reply
    18. Linda

      July 19, 2012 at 8:07 am

      Jane, what a superb way to use up tomatoes. This recipe is very close to onion pie.
      Thanks, I know I will give it a try.

      Reply
    19. Melanie

      July 19, 2012 at 5:22 am

      That sounds so good! I have to try that!

      Reply
    20. Gretchen

      July 18, 2012 at 9:09 pm

      Our tomatoes are growing faster than we can eat them but now I have a new recipe to try. Your tomato pie looks absolutely yummy.

      Reply
    21. Kelly

      July 18, 2012 at 4:39 pm

      Jane, this sounds delicious. What a good way to use up tomatoes from garden. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    22. Olive Cooper

      July 18, 2012 at 2:42 pm

      Oh Jane, I just about can taste it now. Splendid recipe. Olive

      Reply

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