12ozrefrigerated pie crust, prebaked9-inch shell, blind-baked
1.75lbripe tomatoes, slicedabout 1/4-inch thick
1.25tspkosher salt
0.5tspground black pepper
0.75cupmayonnaise
1.25cupshredded sharp cheddar
0.75cupshredded low-moisture mozzarella
2tbspchopped fresh basil
0.25cupthinly sliced green onion
1tspDijon mustard
2tspfine cornmealhelps keep the crust crisp
1tspminced garlic
Instructions
Preparation Steps
Preheat oven to 375°F and position a rack in the center.
Lay tomato slices on paper towels. Sprinkle with 1 tsp salt. Rest 20 minutes, then blot dry.
Stir mayonnaise, cheddar, mozzarella, garlic, green onion, basil, pepper, Dijon, and remaining 1/4 tsp salt.
Dust the cooled prebaked crust evenly with the cornmeal.
Shingle half the tomatoes in the crust. Spread half the cheese mixture on top.
Repeat with remaining tomatoes and the rest of the cheese topping, sealing to the edges.
Bake until the top is golden and bubbly, about 30–35 minutes.
Cool 15–20 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Variation: Add 1/2 cup cooked, crumbled bacon under the top layer for a smoky twist. For extra crunch, sprinkle 2 tbsp panko over the topping in the last 10 minutes.Serving/Storage: Great warm or room temp. Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days; reheat at 325°F until just warmed to keep the crust crisp.This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Southern Tomato Pie Recipes flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.