Description
Creamy Tomato Pie is a delightful comfort dish that combines a flaky crust with a rich filling of ripe tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and creamy goodness. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this recipe captures the essence of home-cooked warmth with each bite. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for any occasion, you’ll find yourself returning to this dish time and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced (preferably heirloom)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 sheet puff pastry (store-bought)
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 3 large eggs
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the puff pastry into a tart pan, ensuring it covers the edges.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until translucent and caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and diced tomatoes; cook for an additional 5 minutes until softened. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and torn basil leaves.
- Pour the tomato mixture into the prepared crust evenly, then gently pour the creamy filling over it.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown on top. Let cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 80mg