Easy Tomato Pie with Bisquick

Easy tomato pie recipe tastes like comforting cheesy southern tomato pie but without the work! Just mix and pat in a fluffy Bisquick crust, top with sharp cheddar cheese mayo filling, and layer on fresh tomato slices. As an added bonus, adaptations are included to turn this into gluten-free option as well.

How to Make Southern Tomato Pie Quicker and Easier! 

Typically when making a homemade tomato pie shell a traditional rolled-out pastry crust or gluten-free pie dough is used. Although this version tastes amazing, it requires extra time and steps to prep the crust first. Plus, home cooks potentially run into problems with the crust becoming soggy from the fresh tomatoes. 

I wanted to mimic that old fashioned tomato pie taste, but take out the work. Therefore a doughy Bisquick crust replaces the multi-step pie shell. Simply mix together Bisquick, milk, cheese, herbs, and pat in the pie dish.

A fluffy pat-in Bisquick crust creates the perfect combination of Italian tomato pie with southern vibes. The doughier biscuit-like base also stands up to the tomato’s moisture.

This turned out beautiful and so TASTY. My husband loved it too. I made it exactly as printed, pulling the crust up the sides and leaving a thinner crust layer on the bottom. That’s what I have always disliked about other recipes……soggy crust. This did not have one, browned nicely on the bottom due to higher cooking temperature, I presume. The seasoning in the crust perfectly complimented the tomato flavor. I will definitely make again and again and change up by experimenting with seasonings and cheese. Tip: make SURE you get tomatoes as dry as you can 🙂

—AKeeper

How To Make Tomato Pie Not Soggy

Drain tomato slices on paper towels to soak up extra moisture and avoid a waterlogged, soggy tomato pie. This trick also works well when frying southern-style fried green tomatoes.

Before the crust or filling is prepared, start drying your tomatoes. I do this on two layers of paper towels laid on a baking sheet and top the sliced tomatoes with two more layers. Pat down gently and let the tomatoes “drain” for at least 30 minutes while the crust and filling is prepared.

What is Good to Serve with It?

Dishes you would typically serve with quiche will pair beautifully with this pie. A tomato cheese pie is filling with the doughy crust and cheddar filling, so serve lighter side dishes such as…

• green salads, such as Strawberry Feta Salad, Apple Pecan Salad, or a simple garden salad
• fresh fruit salad
• veggies, such as green bean salad, grilled zucchini, or roasted broccoli, or brussels sprouts
• soup

Let’s Make This Together!

(Below shows step-by-step photos and modified instructions. For the complete recipe, along with ingredient amounts, scroll down to the recipe card.)

Tips and Tricks To Remember

1. Remember to slice and drain tomatoes on paper towels first before beginning recipe.
2. Any type of tomato will work with this recipe. However, roma tomatoes do have the least amount of moisture content.
3. There is no need to to peel the tomatoes. Just core and slice!
4. Tomatoes should be arranged in a single layer, but they may overlap slightly to fit more in the pie plate.
5. For lightly browned, golden cheese, broil the pie for 1-2 minutes at the end. Watch carefully so the crust doesn’t burn! Alternatively cover the crust with a pie shield before broiling.
6. Instead of dried herbs, add fresh minced herbs to crust or use for a garnish when serving.

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