Southern Tomato Frito Pie
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A delicious twist on Southern tomato pie using Fritos corn chips as a crunchy, salty bottom crust. Layers of sweet summer tomatoes, crispy bacon, sweet onions, fresh basil, and a rich, golden cheese topping create an incredible combination of flavors and textures.
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🍳 Cooking Flow
Slice, salt, and drain the tomatoes on paper towels for 30 minutes. → Form the crust in a baking pan using Fritos and a layer of cheese. → Mix the remaining cheese, mayonnaise, and egg in a bowl for the topping. → Layer bacon, onions, basil, and the patted-dry tomatoes over the Frito crust. → Spread the cheese-mayo topping over the tomatoes, top with Parmigiano-Reggiano, extra tomato slices, olive oil, and bake at 400°F for 45 minutes.
Cooking Steps
Brief Cooking Order
Slice, salt, and drain the tomatoes on paper towels for 30 minutes. → Form the crust in a baking pan using Fritos and a layer of cheese. → Mix the remaining cheese, mayonnaise, and egg in a bowl for the topping. → Layer bacon, onions, basil, and the patted-dry tomatoes over the Frito crust. → Spread the cheese-mayo topping over the tomatoes, top with Parmigiano-Reggiano, extra tomato slices, olive oil, and bake at 400°F for 45 minutes.
Introduction
A delicious twist on Southern tomato pie using Fritos corn chips as a crunchy, salty bottom crust. Layers of sweet summer tomatoes, crispy bacon, sweet onions, fresh basil, and a rich, golden cheese topping create an incredible combination of flavors and textures.
Step 1
Slice the sweet tomatoes into thick slices.
Step 2
Arrange the tomato slices in a single layer on paper towels and sprinkle them with salt. Let them sit for 30 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
Step 3
Create the bottom crust by spreading Fritos corn chips in a tight, even layer at the bottom of a baking pan.
Step 4
Sprinkle a portion of the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend over the Fritos.
Step 5
In a separate bowl, mix the remaining cheese blend, mayonnaise, and one beaten egg to create the topping, then set aside.
Ingredients List
Important Notes
Salting and draining the tomatoes is an essential step to prevent the pie from turning watery and soggy.
Using peak-season, sweet heirloom tomatoes yields the best flavor profile for this classic summer dish.
Using one bag of regular-sized Fritos instead of two bags of Scoops may create a thinner and more compact crust.
Letting the pie rest for 10-15 minutes post-bake is crucial to ensure it sets properly and holds its shape when sliced.
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