Tomato Pie Dip

5.0
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"Very creamy and so flavorful!"

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Tomato Pie Dip garnished with fresh basil in a cast iron skillet, next to crostini on a plate
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Rest Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
8 (serving size: 1/2 cup)

A Southern classic reimagined, this irresistible Tomato Pie Dip is perfect for any occasion of the season. With layers of ripe, juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, and a creamy three-cheese spread, this crowd-pleasing dip brings all the comfort of a traditional tomato pie straight to your appetizer spread.

“The dip is very creamy and so flavorful with the tomatoes. Basil lightens up the palate quite a bit, and it doesn’t taste greasy,” said test kitchen cross-tester Renu Dhar. “It’s quite fun and very communal.”

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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 (serving size: 1/2 cup) servings

  • cooking spray

  • 3 red beefsteak tomatoes, cored

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided

  • 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise

  • 1/2 cup chopped Vidalia onion (from 1 small [5 ounce] onion)

  • 1/4 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, cut into thin slices, plus more for garnish

  • 1/2 cup shredded low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese

  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons hot sauce (such as Tabasco)

  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

  • crostini toast

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly coat a 10-inch skillet with cooking spray; set aside.

    Tomato Pie Dip ingredients on a counter

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  2. Trim top and bottom of 1 of the tomatoes; cut into 6 (1/4-inch-thick) slices; place slices between 2 layers of paper towels; set aside. Seed and chop remaining tomatoes; place in a colander set over a medium bowl; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon of the salt, tossing gently to distribute salt. Let stand for 10 minutes. Lightly pat tomatoes dry with a clean kitchen towel; discard liquid.

    Chopped tomatoes in a strainer over a bowl with a hand dabbing a towel on the tomatoes

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  3. While tomatoes are resting, stir together cream cheese, mayonnaise, onion, basil, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, black pepper, 3/4 cup of the Cheddar cheese, and remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl until thoroughly combined; gently fold in chopped tomatoes until evenly distributed.

    Tomato, cheese and seasoning mixture in a glass bowl with a spoon

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  4. Transfer tomato mixture to prepared skillet, spreading it into an even layer. Sprinkle evenly with remaining 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese and top with sliced tomatoes.

    Tomato Pie Dip topped with tomato slices in a cast iron skillet

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  5. Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is fully melted and edges are bubbling, 25 to 30 minutes.

    Tomato Pie Dip garnished in a cast iron skillet

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  6. Garnish with additional basil and serve immediately with crostini.

    Tomato Pie Dip garnished with fresh basil in a cast iron skillet, next to crostini on a plate

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

311 Calories
28g Fat
8g Carbs
9g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 311
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28g 36%
Saturated Fat 11g 57%
Cholesterol 56mg 19%
Sodium 555mg 24%
Total Carbohydrate 8g 3%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 9g 18%
Vitamin C 13mg 14%
Calcium 223mg 17%
Iron 0mg 3%
Potassium 300mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.