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Savory Southern Tomato Pie with Crispy Bacon and Gruyere

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A flavorful Southern tomato pie featuring crispy bacon, nutty Gruyere cheese, and a creamy custard filling, baked in a flaky pie crust. Perfect for gatherings and easy weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
  • 4 large ripe tomatoes, sliced (preferably heirloom or vine-ripened)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 6 slices crispy bacon, chopped
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Fit pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, crimp edges, and prick bottom with a fork. Blind bake crust for 10 minutes using pie weights or dried beans to prevent bubbling.
  2. Slice tomatoes about 1/4 inch thick. Layer on paper towels or a rack and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt. Let sit for 15-20 minutes to draw out moisture.
  3. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels and chop into bite-sized pieces.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, beaten eggs, black pepper, and chopped basil until smooth. Fold in shredded Gruyere and bacon pieces gently.
  5. Remove excess moisture from tomatoes by pressing gently with paper towels. Layer half the tomatoes evenly in the baked crust. Pour half the custard over the tomatoes. Repeat with remaining tomatoes and custard, smoothing the top.
  6. Bake pie on middle rack for 30-35 minutes, until custard is set and top is golden brown. A knife inserted near the center should come out clean.
  7. Let pie cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing to firm up and make slicing neater.

Notes

Salting and draining tomatoes is crucial to avoid a soggy crust. Blind bake the crust before adding filling to keep it crisp. If the pie browns too quickly, tent with foil halfway through baking. Let the pie cool before slicing for best results. Bacon can be baked in the oven as an alternative to skillet cooking. For dairy-free or vegetarian adaptations, substitute ingredients accordingly.

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Keywords: tomato pie, southern recipe, bacon, gruyere, savory pie, easy dinner, potluck recipe, comfort food

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