Bacon Onion Tomato Pie 🥓🍅🧅

Friends, this dish is Southern comfort baked right into a pie shell. A flaky crust holds layers of juicy tomatoes, caramelized onions, and smoky bacon, all topped with a creamy cheese mixture that bakes to golden, bubbly perfection.

Perfect for brunch, family dinner, or a potluck table, this Bacon Onion Tomato Pie is hearty, savory, and a little indulgent. It’s a warm-weather favorite when tomatoes are at their peak but is delicious year-round with pantry staples.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Layers of flavor: Smoky bacon, sweet onions, tangy tomatoes, and creamy melted cheese.
• Crowd-pleaser: Always the first dish to disappear at gatherings.
• Versatile: Works as a main dish or a hearty side.
• Comfort baked in a crust: Because everything tastes better in pastry.

Benefits of This Recipe

• Showcases fresh, ripe tomatoes beautifully.
• Simple ingredients you already have at home.
• A unique alternative to quiche or pot pie.
• Delicious warm, room temp, or even as leftovers.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Crust

• 1 pre-baked deep 9-inch pie shell

Filling

• 6–8 thick bacon slices, fried crisp and chopped
• 2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
• 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced

Topping

• 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• ½ cup sour cream

Tools You’ll Need

• 9-inch pie dish
• Skillet (for bacon & onions)
• Mixing bowl
• Sharp knife

Ingredient Substitutions

• Cheese: Use cheddar, Swiss, or a mozzarella-Parmesan blend.
• Veggies: Add spinach, zucchini, or roasted peppers.
• Herbs: Fresh basil, parsley, or chives add brightness.
• Crust: Puff pastry or even crustless for a low-carb option.

How to Make Bacon Onion Tomato Pie

1. Preheat oven: 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook bacon: Fry until crisp, chop, and reserve 1 tbsp bacon fat.
3. Caramelize onions: Sauté in reserved fat until soft and golden.
4. Layer pie: In pre-baked shell, layer tomatoes, onions, bacon. Repeat.
5. Mix topping: In a bowl, combine cheese, mayo, and sour cream. Spread evenly over filling.
6. Bake: 30–35 minutes until bubbly and golden.
7. Cool & serve: Let rest 10 minutes before slicing for best results.

What to Serve With Tomato Pie

• Fresh green salad
• Roasted asparagus or green beans
• Iced tea or lemonade for true Southern flair

Storage

• Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days.
• Reheat at 325°F until warm.
• Not freezer-friendly (tomatoes release too much water).

Recipe Information

• Prep time: 20 minutes
• Cook time: 35 minutes
• Total time: 55 minutes
• Servings: 6

FAQs

Can I make this ahead?

Yes—assemble up to the topping step, cover, refrigerate, then bake fresh.

Do I need to peel tomatoes?

Not required, but peeling gives a smoother texture if you prefer.

Can I use store-bought crust?

Absolutely, just pre-bake as directed.

Vegetarian version?

Yes—skip bacon or replace with extra caramelized onions or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition (per serving, approx.)

• Calories: 410
• Protein: 16g
• Fat: 28g
• Carbs: 24g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 5g

Final Thoughts

This Bacon Onion Tomato Pie is Southern comfort food at its finest—flaky crust, savory layers of bacon, onion, and tomato, and a creamy, golden topping. It’s simple to make, bursting with flavor, and guaranteed to win hearts at any table.

If you enjoyed this dish, try next:

• Cheesy Zucchini Pie
• Classic Quiche Lorraine
• Tomato Basil Galette