Mini Tomato Pies
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
10 mini pies
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Calories
369 kcal
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Course
Baked Goods
Mini Tomato Pies
Description
To prepare Mini Tomato Pies, fresh tomatoes are chopped and salted to release excess moisture, which prevents soggy crusts. Pie crust is cut into small circles and pressed into a muffin pan forming individual shells. Tomato pieces are seasoned with basil, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper for herbal depth. A separate mixture of mayonnaise combined with shredded mozzarella and Parmesan provides a creamy, savory topping.
Each crust cup is layered with the herbed tomato mixture and topped with the cheese and mayo blend before baking at a relatively high heat until the crust edges brown and the filling sets. The result is a handheld pie with a flaky crust and moist, flavorful filling enlivened by Mediterranean herbs and cheese.
These pies can be made with whole wheat or regular pie crust and are suitable for freezing after baking; quick reheating in the microwave restores warmth and texture for later enjoyment.
Ingredients
- 2 cups tomato about two large tomatoes, chopped
- 2 pie crust whole wheat or regular, prepared
- 1 teaspoon basil dried
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 teaspoon thyme dried
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
Instructions
- Place the chopped tomatoes in a colander and sprinkle with salt. Allow to drain in the sink or a bowl (the salt will suck some of the moisture out).
- Cut pie crust into 10 small circles.
- Line muffin pan with the pie crusts, pressing down along the sides to pack them down.
- In a small bowl, mix tomatoes, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, mix cheeses and mayonnaise
- Fill each mini pie crust with tomatoes and top with a spoonful of the cheese mixture.
- Bake in a 400 degree oven for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool, remove from muffin pan.
Notes
- Using salted and drained tomatoes helps reduce moisture to avoid soggy crusts in the pies.
- These mini pies can be frozen after baking and cooling; flash freeze on a tray before wrapping individually for best storage.
- Reheat frozen pies in the microwave on high for about one minute; thawed pies warm in 30 seconds.
- You may substitute the pie crust with whole wheat or regular prepared crusts based on preference.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste, as sodium content may vary depending on added salt and brand ingredients.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10mini pies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 369 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 369kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 430mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 123mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 382IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 131mg | 13% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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