Tomato Basil Pie

Health score
2%
Tomato Basil Pie
60 min.
8
306kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Tomato Basil Pie! This savory dish is a perfect blend of fresh ingredients and rich flavors, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or a cozy family dinner. Imagine biting into a flaky, buttery crust that cradles layers of juicy Roma tomatoes, aromatic basil, and creamy Parmesan cheese. Each slice is a celebration of summer's bounty, bringing the essence of a sun-kissed garden right to your table.

What sets this pie apart is not just its vibrant taste but also its simplicity. In just 60 minutes, you can create a dish that impresses both the eyes and the palate. The combination of fresh basil and tomatoes creates a refreshing contrast, while the creamy mayonnaise topping adds a luscious finish that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe is easy to follow and guarantees a delicious outcome.

Perfect for brunch, lunch, or as a light dinner, this Tomato Basil Pie is versatile enough to suit any occasion. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and watch as it becomes the star of your meal. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to indulge in a slice of summer with this delightful pie!

Ingredients

  • leaves basil fresh chopped
  • tablespoons butter cold
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup basil fresh chopped
  • 0.8 cup mayonnaise 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 1.3 cups onion finely chopped
  • oz parmesan shredded
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • large plum tomatoes sliced (Roma)
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons water boiling
  • 1.3 cups frangelico 
  • 1.3 cups frangelico 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • blender

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400F. Spray 9-inch glass pie plate with cooking spray. In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook onion in oil 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned.
  2. Remove from heat.
  3. In medium bowl, place Bisquick mix; cut in butter, using pastry blender (or pulling 2 table knives through mixture in opposite directions), until crumbly.
  4. Add water; stir vigorously until soft dough forms. Using fingers dipped in Bisquick mix, press dough on bottom and up side of pie plate, forming edge on rim of plate.
  5. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of the cheese in crust. Arrange half of the tomato slices over cheese.
  6. Sprinkle with half each of the flour, onion, chopped basil, salt and pepper. Repeat layers. In small bowl, mix mayonnaise and remaining 1 cup cheese; spread over top of pie to within 1 inch of edge.
  7. Bake 24 to 26 minutes or until lightly browned.
  8. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.
  9. Garnish with additional basil.

Nutrition Facts

Calories306kcal
Protein11.43%
Fat79.92%
Carbs8.65%

Properties

Glycemic Index
54.88
Glycemic Load
2.33
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
8.4895652584408%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.32mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
0.22mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
5.68mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:305.79kcal
15.29%
Fat:27.36g
42.09%
Saturated Fat:8.92g
55.72%
Carbohydrates:6.66g
2.22%
Net Carbohydrates:5.54g
2.01%
Sugar:2.66g
2.95%
Cholesterol:34.57mg
11.52%
Sodium:584.23mg
25.4%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.81g
17.61%
Vitamin K:46.49µg
44.27%
Calcium:269.3mg
26.93%
Phosphorus:175.22mg
17.52%
Vitamin A:781.89IU
15.64%
Vitamin C:8.63mg
10.45%
Vitamin E:1.38mg
9.2%
Selenium:6.1µg
8.71%
Manganese:0.14mg
7%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.06%
Potassium:182.47mg
5.21%
Zinc:0.77mg
5.16%
Vitamin B12:0.29µg
4.82%
Folate:19.25µg
4.81%
Magnesium:19.14mg
4.78%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.7%
Fiber:1.12g
4.47%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.7%
Iron:0.56mg
3.11%
Copper:0.06mg
3%
Vitamin B3:0.49mg
2.47%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.26%