Cheesy Vidalia Onion And Tomato Pie Recipes

TOMATO PIE

Steps:

• Arrange the tomato and onion slices in a single layer on a paper towel-lined baking sheet and sprinkle with salt. Let sit for 1 to 2 hours.
• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
• Fit the pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate and crimp the edges. Prick the bottom and sides with a fork. Line the crust with aluminum foil and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake until the edges of the crust are just golden, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove the foil and weights and continue to bake until the bottom of the crust is dry and brown, another 15 to 20 minutes. Cool completely.
• Mix together the Cheddar, mozzarella and mayonnaise in a medium bowl. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few cracks of black pepper.
• Transfer the tomatoes and onions to a dry paper towel and pat dry. Liberally season the tomatoes with cracked black pepper. Arrange a third of the tomatoes in a single layer in the pie crust, overlapping slightly. Sprinkle a third of the basil over the tomatoes and top with a third of the onions. Repeat twice with the remaining tomatoes, basil and onions. Spread the mayonnaise mixture over the top of the onions.
• Bake until the topping is golden brown and bubbling, 30 to 35 minutes. Let cool completely. Garnish with basil leaves. Serve at room temperature.

CHEESY ONION PIE

Steps:

• In a small skillet, saute onions in butter until golden brown. In a large bowl, beat eggs and cream. Add the onions, salt and pepper. , Line a deep-dish 9 in. pie plate with bottom pastry. Add egg mixture; sprinkle with bacon and cheese. Roll out remaining pastry to fit top of pie; place over filling. Seal and flute the edges; cut slits in top. , Bake at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until crust is golden brown. Let stand 15 minutes before cutting. Refrigerate leftovers.

TOMATO ONION PIE

Steps:

• In a large skillet, saute onions in butter until tender. Crumble nine bacon strips; set remaining strips aside. Place the bread crumbs in a greased 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. Layer with half of the tomatoes, onions, crumbled bacon and cheese. Top with the remaining tomatoes, onions and crumbled bacon., In a bowl, beat the eggs, salt and pepper; pour over the top. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Top with reserved bacon strips. Arrange additional tomato slices around the edge if desired. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting. Refrigerate leftovers.

EASY VIDALIA ONION CASSEROLE

Steps:

• Set oven to 350 degrees.
• Butter a 2-qt casserole dish.
• In a large saucepan, melt butter.
• Add onions to pan, over high heat, saute until soft, and just starting to brown, about 20-25 minutes
• Remove from heat.
• Place half of the onions in the baking dish; cover with half the crackers, and half of the Parmesan.
• Repeat to make another layer of onions, crackers and Parmesan Bake, uncovered, until cheese on top is lightly browned, about 25 mins Serve warm.
• Note: if made a day ahead, let cool, and keep refrigerated until time to reheat for serving.
• Delicious!

ONION AND CHEESE PIE

Steps:

• Heat oven to 325°F. Spray 9-inch glass pie plate with cooking spray. In small bowl, mix cracker crumbs and 1/4 cup melted butter; press evenly in bottom and up side of pie plate.
• In 10-inch skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Cook onions in butter 5 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until light brown. Spread onions in crust. Sprinkle with cheese.
• In medium bowl, beat milk, salt, pepper and eggs with fork or wire whisk until blended; pour over cheese.
• Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Garnish with tomato and onion. Serve immediately.

CHEESY VIDALIA ONION AND TOMATO PIE

Steps:

• Prepare pie crust per package directions. Remove from oven and let cool for about 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 375 degrees. Slice the tomatoes and sprinkle with salt and pepper and allow to drain on paper towels for about 30 minutes. Separate egg. Mix yolk with 1/4 cup mayonnaise in a small bowl. Lightly beat the egg white and brush on the pie crust. Sprinkle 1/3 of breadcrumbs on bottom of pie crust. Top with 1/2 of tomato slices and then 1/2 of sliced onions. Drizzle with 1/2 of mayonnaise mixture, 1/2 of thyme and basil, then 1/2 of both cheeses. Use 1/2 of remaining breadcrumbs, and then all of the other layered ingredients in the same order. Top with remaining breadcrumbs, drizzle with olive oil, and finish with grated Parmesan. Bake until bubbly and hot, about 1hour, 15 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool for about 30 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

VIDALIA TOMATO PIE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400°F.
• In a mixing bowl, toss tomatoes, onion, basil, and salt.
• Spoon mixture into crust.
• Sprinkle with crumbled bacon.
• In a small bowl, stir together cheese, mayonnaise, and garlic powder.
• Spread mixture over pie to edges.
• Bake, uncovered, at 400°F for 25-35 minutes or until golden brown.