tomato basil pie

I am getting together with some of my college friends on Thursday for brunch. I am so excited to see them all and almost equally excited to make this breakfast pie, it is honestly amazing.

TOMATO BASIL PIE

1 ½ C. grated Mozzarella

1 baked 9” Pie Crust

3 medium Tomatoes, diced & drained

1 C. fresh Basil, loosely measured

1 clove garlic, crushed

¾ C. Mayonnaise

¼ tsp. Pepper

¼ C. freshly grated Parmesan Cheese

Put ¾ C. Mozzarella on bottom of piecrust. Layer tomatoes & basil leaves that have

been slivered. Mix garlic, mayonnaise, remaining mozzarella, pepper & Parmesan.

Carefully spread on top of pie. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes or until cheese is golden.

Makes 8 servings.

Variation: Substitute spinach leaves for basic creates a different pie.