Indulge in the classic Italian comfort food, Tomato Rice Pie, with our curated collection of delectable recipes. Embark on a culinary journey as we present a variety of pie iterations, each with its unique blend of flavors and textures. From the traditional Italian Tomato Rice Pie, with its rustic charm and comforting flavors, to the more contemporary interpretations that incorporate a variety of ingredients and cooking techniques, this article offers something for every palate. Whether you prefer a crispy, golden crust or a flaky, tender pastry, our recipes will guide you through the process of creating this timeless dish. Additionally, we'll provide helpful tips and variations to customize your pie to perfection. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this versatile and flavorful dish.
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GROUND BEEF 'N' RICE PIE
Rhonda Van Gelderen of Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin presses seasoned ground beef into a pie plate to form the crust of this comforting dish. "It's a terrific time-saver because you don't brown the beef separately," she writes.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the beef, 3/4 cup tomato sauce, bread crumbs, onion, green pepper if desired and seasonings. Press evenly onto the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9-in. pie plate, forming a crust., In another large bowl, combine the tomato paste and remaining tomato sauce. Stir in the rice and 3/4 cup cheese; pour into crust. Place pie plate on a baking sheet. , Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink. Uncover; drain. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until the cheese is melted. Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 576mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
EASY TOMATO PIE
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 3h20m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Roll the pie crust into a 13-inch circle on a lightly floured surface. Transfer the crust to a 9-inch deep-dish pie pan. Trim the edges so the crust hangs over the pie pan by 1/2 inch. Tuck the edges of the crust under to be even with edge of the pie pan and press all around with the tines of a fork. Place the crust in the refrigerator for 1 hour or in the freezer for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, slice the tomatoes crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Using your fingers, push out as many of the watery tomato seeds as you can. Lay the slices flat on a paper towel-lined sheet tray and sprinkle all over with the salt. Let drain for 30 minutes, then pat very dry.
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- While the tomatoes are draining, in a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, whole egg, egg yolk and hot sauce, if using. Stir in the Cheddar, blue cheese, parsley, dill, black pepper and scallions.
- Sprinkle the cornmeal over the bottom of the crust. Pat the tomato slices dry once again, then place a third of the tomatoes in the bottom of the pie crust, overlapping them slightly to fit. Top with half of the mayonnaise mixture. Repeat with another layer of tomatoes and another layer of mayonnaise mixture. Place the remaining tomatoes on top, pressing the last layer gently into the mayonnaise mixture. Bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the pie from the oven and wrap just the edges of the crust with foil to avoid burning. Reduce the oven temperature to 375 degrees F. Bake until the mayonnaise mixture is puffed and golden brown and the center is no longer wobbly, about 30 minutes more. Let cool for 1 1/2 hours.
- Top with additional herbs, if desired, then slice and serve.
- Combine the flour, shortening, butter and salt in a large bowl. Using a pastry cutter, gradually work it all together until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Beat the egg with a fork and add it to the mixture along with the vinegar. Add 5 tablespoons cold water. Stir until it comes together, adding another tablespoon or two of water if it needs the moisture.
- Form the mixture into 2 balls and wrap them in individual plastic bags. If using immediately, chill for 20 minutes in the refrigerator before rolling out. If freezing, remove from the freezer 30 minutes before you are ready to use them.
MOTHER'S TOMATO RICE PIE
I don't know whose mother made this originally, but my family likes it. We usually substitute brown minute rice for the regular. Every bit of fiber helps! And you could use salsa instead of tomato sauce, if you like a spicier flavor.
Provided by Chef MB
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine beef, pepper, onion, bread crumbs, salt, pepper and 1/2 Celsius.
- tomato sauce. Mix well.
- Pat into bottom and sides of a greased 9" square pan. Combine remaining tomato sauce, rice, water, and 1/2 c cheese. Spoon mixture into meat shell.
- Cover and bake at 350 for 25 minute
- Top with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, 10-15 min longer.
TOMATO PIE
This classic Tennessee pie might have a cheesy top, but the juicy tomato center keeps it surprisingly fresh. Don't let its simplicity fool you: this pie will be a smash hit in your house, just as it is all over the South.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 4h30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
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.
ITALIAN RICE PIE
This recipe has a history. When I was young, tradition was that all the foods to be served on Easter Sunday were prepared in advance. On the day before Easter, the food would be layed out on the table so the local parish priest could come and bless the food. This recipe is a tradition on Easter Sunday. It is from Naples, Italy!
Provided by quotFoodThe Way To
Categories Pie
Time 1h30m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Beat eggs in very large bowl.
- Add sugar and mix well.
- Stir in cheese and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
- Add heavy cream and stir.
- Fold in cooled, cooked rice and then drained pineapple.
- Pour into a buttered 9-1/2 inch X 13-1/2 inch pain.
- Bake@325* oven for 1 hour.
- Check after 1 hour by inserting clean knife into center. Knife should come out clean and top should be golden brown.
- Refrigerate after throughly cooled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 519.8, Fat 28.2, SaturatedFat 16.6, Cholesterol 232.5, Sodium 133.2, Carbohydrate 52.4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 35.3, Protein 15.4
SOUTHERN TOMATO PIE
Tomato slices are juicy and mix in well with the creamy/cheesy "custard" in this Southern-inspired tomato pie. The blind baking method helps keep the crust nice and crunchy on the bottom.
Provided by Jasmine
Categories Savory Pies
Time 2h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Fit pie crust inside a 9-inch pie plate, pressing into the bottom and up the sides of the plate. Fold crust edges under; crimp as desired. Place a piece of parchment paper over crust in pie plate, leaving a 3-inch overhang. Fill with pie weights or dried beans.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Carefully remove parchment paper and pie weights. Continue baking until crust is light golden brown, 5 to 8 minutes more. Transfer to a wire rack; cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Meanwhile, slice tomatoes crosswise into 1/4-inch thick slices; arrange tomato slices in a single layer on paper towels. Sprinkle with 3/4 teaspoon of the salt; let stand for 20 minutes. Pat tomato slices dry with paper towels.
- Whisk together mayonnaise and cream cheese until combined and smooth. Fold in 1 1/4 cups Cheddar cheese, egg, flour, garlic, cayenne, black pepper, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt until combined.
- Spread half of the Cheddar mixture in the pie crust. Layer with 1/3 of the tomato slices in slightly overlapping circles. Repeat procedure with remaining Cheddar mixture and another third of tomato slices. Top with remaining tomato slices in slightly overlapping circles. Sprinkle with Parmesan and remaining 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese.
- Bake pie in the preheated oven until filling is set and lightly browned on top, 30 to 35 minutes, tenting crust with aluminum foil to prevent excess browning, if needed. Let stand for at least 30 minutes before serving. Garnish with thinly sliced basil before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Cholesterol 65.2 mg, Fat 31.1 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 10.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 733.8 mg
CABBAGE-RICE POT PIE WITH BASIL-TOMATO SAUCE
Dinner ready in 40 minutes! Bake this pot pie made with cabbage and rice topped with flaky pastry layer.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F. Grease 9-inch deep-dish pie plate with shortening. In 3-quart saucepan, heat 1 1/2 cups water to boiling. Stir in bouillon cube, coleslaw mix and potatoes. Return to boiling. Reduce heat to medium; cover and cook 5 minutes.
- Stir in rice, cream cheese and 2 tablespoons basil. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 5 minutes. Stir cabbage mixture; spoon into pie plate.
- Unfold puff pastry sheet; place over coleslaw mixture. Trim pastry to fit pie plate; with fork, press edge of pastry onto edge of pie plate.
- Bake uncovered about 25 minutes or until golden brown. During last 5 minutes of baking, in 1-quart saucepan, heat sauce ingredients over medium-low heat. Serve pie with warm sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 530, Carbohydrate 60 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 5, Fiber 3 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 920 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 2 g
CHEESEBURGER RICE PIE
My family loves this and always asks me to make it. It's unbelievable that this recipe sat untouched in my recipe box for twenty years before I decided to give it a try. My mother used to make it for us and I always remembered liking it. All ingredients are readily available and it's a great way to use leftover rice. Feel free to play around with the spices in both the meat and the rice. I have used seasoning salt and plan to make my next one with pizza spices. Also, if you have no grated cheese, you can use processed cheese slices.
Provided by Cookie Jarvis
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 50m
Yield 8 slices, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix ground beef, bread crumbs, onions, green pepper, seasonings and 3/4 cup tomato sauce.
- Spread in greased pie pan, forming a shell.
- Mix rice, half of the cheese and remaining sauce, as well as any additional spices you may like.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese on meat shell.
- Fill with rice mixture.
- Cover rice only with foil, folding remainder in to form a circle.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes at 350 degrees.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 450.7, Fat 20.1, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 83.1, Sodium 1013.3, Carbohydrate 38.4, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 2.9, Protein 27
Tips:
- For a crispy crust, pre-bake the pie crust before filling it.
- Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
- If you don't have time to make your own pie crust, you can use a store-bought one.
- Grate the cheese finely so that it melts evenly.
- Don't overcook the pie, or the crust will become dry and crumbly.
- Let the pie cool slightly before serving so that the filling has time to set.
Conclusion:
Mother's tomato rice pie is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own tastes. With its crispy crust, flavorful filling, and cheesy topping, this pie is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.
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