SAVORY TOMATO PIE

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I describe this dish as a quiche without cheese. It's great for luncheons, brunches or breakfasts. Don't skimp of the basil-it makes the pie!-Helen Marucci, Fergus, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

5 green onions, sliced
3/4 cup chopped sweet onion
2 tablespoons butter
2 pounds tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)
3 eggs
1 cup half-and-half cream
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

In a large skillet, saute onions in butter until tender. Add tomatoes, cook and stir over low heat until softened. Remove from the heat; cool. , Line unbaked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 5 minutes. Remove foil; bake 5 minutes longer. Reduce heat to 350°., In a bowl, beat the eggs, cream, salt, basil and pepper until smooth. Stir in the tomato mixture. Pour into pastry shell. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 622mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.