Wednesday, July 31, 2013

Tomato Basil Pie

 If you think this sounds different, it is and a HUGE hit with everyone.  We first tried this at the "Ivy" in Fort Madison by Nauvoo when we were in the pageant in 2005.


1 1/2 cups grated mozzeralla cheese, divided
1 baked 9-inch pie crust
3 medium-size tomatoes, diced and drained
1 cup fresh basil leaves, loosley measured
1 clove garlic, crushed
3/4 cup mayonaise
1/4 teaspoons black pepper
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Put 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese on the bottom of the pie crust.   Cover with tomatoes and then layer basil leaves that have been slivered.  Mix garlic, mayonnaise, remaining mozzarella, black pepper, and Parmesan cheese.  Carefully spread on top of pie.  Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes, or until cheese is golden.  Unbelievable! Makes 8 servings.

Variation: Substituting spinach leaves for basil creates a different but delicious pie.


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