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Italian Cheese and Tomato Pie

Savory Italian Cheese and Tomato Pie That's Pure Summer Bliss

This Easy Italian Cheese and Tomato Pie features creamy cheese and fresh tomatoes for a delightful summer dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 pack pre-made pie crust or puff pastry A convenient base for the pie; feel free to use homemade if you prefer!
  • 1 tablespoon butter Melted to add richness and achieve a beautiful golden crust.
For the Filling
  • 7 ounces firm mozzarella Thinly sliced, provides a creamy texture.
  • 5.25 ounces fontal cheese Or any soft cheese like Gruyere.
  • 2 pieces ripe, firm tomatoes Thinly sliced, opt for low-water varieties like Roma.
  • 1.5 teaspoons oregano A staple herb that enhances the savory notes.
  • 1 teaspoon basil Complements the Italian flair.
  • 0.25 - 0.5 teaspoon salt Essential for balancing flavors.
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1.25 tablespoons olive oil For drizzling, adds richness.
  • 3-5 leaves fresh basil For garnish.

Equipment

  • 12-inch round pizza pan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 12-inch round pizza pan.
  2. Prepare the crust by fitting the pie crust or puff pastry into the greased pan and brush with melted butter.
  3. Layer the sliced mozzarella evenly on the bottom of the pie crust.
  4. Add the sliced fontal cheese evenly over the mozzarella.
  5. Layer the thinly sliced tomatoes over the cheese.
  6. Season with salt, oregano, and basil, then drizzle with olive oil.
  7. Bake for about 35 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
  8. Garnish with fresh basil before serving warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover pie in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat slices in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes.

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