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Italian Cheese and Tomato Pie

Irresistible Italian Cheese and Tomato Pie You’ll Love

Enjoy this Easy Italian Cheese and Tomato Pie featuring creamy mozzarella, fontina, and fresh tomatoes—perfect for summer gatherings!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 Pre-made pie crust or puff pastry Consider making from scratch for added flavor and texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
For the Cheese Filling
  • 7 ounces Firm mozzarella Opt for low-moisture mozzarella for better baking results.
  • 5.25 ounces Fontal cheese or alternatives Gouda or Gruyere can be used.
For the Tomato Layer
  • 2 Ripe tomatoes Select Roma or Plum tomatoes.
  • 1.5 teaspoons Oregano Fresh oregano can be used for a burst of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Basil Fresh basil enhances the dish with freshness.
  • 0.25 - 0.5 teaspoons Salt Adjust according to the saltiness of your cheese.
For Baking
  • 1.25 tablespoons Olive oil Extra virgin olive oil recommended.
  • 3-5 Fresh basil leaves Add as garnish after baking.

Equipment

  • 12-inch round pizza pan
  • Pastry Brush
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 12-inch round pizza pan.
  2. Roll out your pie crust or puff pastry to 1/8-inch thickness and transfer it to the prepared pan.
  3. Melt butter and brush it over the surface of the pastry.
  4. Layer thin slices of mozzarella across the bottom of the pastry, followed by fontina cheese.
  5. Slice the ripe tomatoes thinly and arrange over the cheese layer.
  6. Sprinkle salt, oregano, and basil over the tomatoes, then drizzle with olive oil.
  7. Bake for approximately 35 minutes until the crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbling.
  8. Let the pie cool for a few minutes, then garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Choose Roma or Plum tomatoes for best results. Experiment with different cheese combinations based on your preference. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2-3 days.

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