Best 10 Tomato Sauce For Custard Pie Recipes

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In the culinary world, where creativity and taste buds dance in harmony, there exists a culinary masterpiece that unites the richness of tomatoes with the velvety embrace of custard, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your senses. This extraordinary dish, known as "tomato sauce for custard pie," is a testament to the boundless possibilities that await those willing to explore the uncharted territories of flavor. In this article, we will embark on a culinary adventure to discover the best recipe for this captivating dish, unraveling the secrets that lie within each ingredient and guiding you towards creating a culinary masterpiece that will leave you and your loved ones utterly spellbound.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

TOMATO AND CORN CUSTARD PIE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 2h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 round refrigerated pie dough (half of a 14-ounce package)
2 beefsteak tomatoes (about 12 ounces)
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 ears of corn, kernels cut off (1 to 1 1/2 cups)
1 cup heavy cream
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
6 scallions, chopped
1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese (about 4 ounces)
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Pinch of cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Position racks in the middle and upper third of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Line a 9-inch pie plate with the dough, crimping the edge with your fingers. Poke the bottom of the crust all over with a fork. Line with foil and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake on the middle rack until golden around the edge, about 20 minutes. Remove the foil and weights; continue baking until golden all over, about 10 more minutes.
  • Meanwhile, core the tomatoes and cut into 1/2-inch wedges; toss with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Spread the tomatoes in a single layer on paper towels to drain until ready to use.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the corn and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer 1/2 cup of the corn to a large bowl.
  • Add the heavy cream to the saucepan with the remaining corn and bring to a simmer. Carefully transfer the mixture to a blender and puree until smooth; transfer to the bowl with the corn. Whisk in the eggs, half each of the scallions and cheese, and a few grinds of black pepper; pour into the crust. Bake on the middle rack until the custard is just set, 35 to 40 minutes. Remove from the oven and increase the temperature to 400 degrees F.
  • Mix the remaining scallions and cheese, the panko, thyme, paprika, cayenne and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and black pepper in a bowl. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of the mixture on top of the pie. Pat the tomato wedges with paper towels to absorb the excess moisture, then coat with the remaining panko mixture and arrange on top of the tart. Sprinkle any remaining panko on top; dot with the remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Return to the oven on the upper rack and bake until the top is golden, about 15 minutes. Let cool 30 minutes before slicing.

TOMATO PIE



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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

3 to 4 ripe tomatoes (about 3 pounds), thinly sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
1/2 small sweet onion, thinly sliced
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1 rolled 9-inch pie crust, store-bought or homemade
1 cup freshly grated sharp Cheddar
1 cup freshly grated mozzarella
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn, plus small leaves for garnish

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.

OLD-FASHIONED CUSTARD PIE



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This recipe came from the best cook in West Virginia-my mother! I just added a little to her ingredients. I'm a widow, and my grown children live in another state. So mostly I make my custard pie for church and club functions. It's the most different pie of all the ones in my collection.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Dough for single-crust pie
4 large eggs
2-1/2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 400°., Line unpricked crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice. Bake on a lower oven rack until edge is golden brown, 10-15 minutes. Remove foil and weights; bake until bottom is golden brown, 3-6 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, whisk eggs. Whisk in remaining ingredients until blended. Pour into crust. Cover edge with foil. Bake at 400° until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 25-30 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 317mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.

MOM'S CUSTARD PIE



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Just a single bite of this traditional custard pie takes me back to the days when Mom would fix this pie for Dad, Grandfather and me. Mom also regularly prepared pies for large gatherings. This dessert was often requested. -Barbara Hyatt, Folsom, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Dough for single-crust pie
4 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups 2% milk
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 425°. Line unpricked crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice. Bake on a lower oven rack until edges are light golden brown, 15-20 minutes. Remove foil and weights; bake until bottom is golden brown, 3-6 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce oven setting to 350°. Separate 1 egg; set the white aside in a large bowl and let stand for 15 minutes. In a small bowl, beat the yolk and remaining eggs just until combined. Blend in the sugar, salt and vanilla. Stir in milk. Beat reserved egg white until stiff peaks form; fold into egg mixture. , Carefully pour into crust. Cover edge of pie with foil. Bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil; bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 15-20 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack. Sprinkle with nutmeg. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 243mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.

TOMATO AND CORN PIE



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Provided by Maggie Ruggiero

Categories     Food Processor     Tomato     Brunch     Bake     Vegetarian     Lunch     Cheddar     Corn     Summer     Butter     Gourmet

Yield Makes 6 (light lunch or brunch) servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 3/4 teaspoons salt, divided
3/4 stick cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes, plus 2 teaspoons melted
3/4 cup whole milk
1/3 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 3/4 pounds beefsteak tomatoes, peeled and sliced crosswise 1/4 inch thick, divided
1 1/2 cups corn (from about 3 ears), coarsely puréed in a food processor, divided
2 tablespoons finely chopped basil, divided
1 tablespoon finely chopped chives, divided
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided
7 ounces coarsely grated sharp Cheddar (1 3/4 cups), divided
Equipment: a 9-inch glass pie plate

Steps:

  • Whisk together flour, baking powder, and 3/4 teaspoon salt in a bowl, then blend in cold butter (3/4 stick) with your fingertips or a pastry blender until it resembles coarse meal. Add milk, stirring until mixture just forms a dough, then gather into a ball.
  • Divide dough in half and roll out 1 piece between 2 sheets of plastic wrap into a 12-inch round (1/8 inch thick). Remove top sheet of plastic wrap, then lift dough using bottom sheet of plastic wrap and invert into pie plate, patting with your fingers to fit (trim any overhang). Discard plastic wrap.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F with rack in middle.
  • Whisk together mayonnaise and lemon juice.
  • Arrange half of tomatoes in crust, overlapping, and sprinkle with half of corn, 1 tablespoon basil, 1/2 tablespoon chives, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
  • Repeat layering with remaining tomatoes, corn, basil, chives, salt, and pepper, then sprinkle with 1 cup cheese.
  • Pour lemon mayonnaise over filling and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Roll out remaining piece of dough into a 12-inch round in same manner, then fit over filling, folding overhang under edge of bottom crust and pinching edge to seal.
  • Cut 4 steam vents in top crust and brush crust with melted butter (2 teaspoons).
  • Bake pie until crust is golden and filling is bubbling, 30 to 35 minutes, then cool on a rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

TOMATO SAUCE FOR CUSTARD PIE



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Provided by Craig Claiborne

Categories     condiments

Time 30m

Yield about 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 ripe plum tomatoes, about ripe plum tomatoes, about 1/2 pound
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon finely minced garlic
2 tablespoons finely minced celery
2 1/2 cups fresh or canned chicken broth
3/4 cup tomato paste
1/4 cup dry white wine
Salt to taste, if desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Peel the tomatoes, and cut away and discard the core. Cut each tomato crosswise in half, and remove the seeds. Cut the tomatoes into small cubes. There should be about 1 cup.
  • Heat the butter in a saucepan, and add the onion and garlic. Cook briefly, stirring, and add the tomato cubes and celery. Cook about 2 minutes or until most of the tomato liquid has evaporated. Add the broth, and bring to a boil. Stir in the tomato paste, wine, salt and pepper, and let simmer about 5 minutes.
  • Pour the sauce into the container of an electric blender or food processor, and blend thoroughly. Return the sauce to a saucepan, and bring to a simmer. Stir in the thyme, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 72, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 651 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CHEESE CUSTARD TOMATO PIE



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Make and share this Cheese Custard Tomato Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lets.eat

Categories     Vegetable

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 9" unbaked pie shell (frozen or thawed)
5 large roma tomatoes (meaty, not juicy tomatoes please)
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
3/4 teaspoon granulated sugar
3/4 teaspoon dried basil
1 egg
2 egg whites, beaten
2/3 cup evaporated milk
4 slices swiss cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450'. Bake the pie shell in the oven for 5 minutes. Reduce the oven to 375'.
  • Slice the tomatoes into 1/4" slices and layer them into the partially baked pie shell. Sprinkle the tomatoes with the garlic salt, pepper, sugar and the basil.
  • Mix the evaporated milk and the eggs together. Pour over the tomatoes in the pie shell. Cover with the sliced swiss cheese.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and custard is set. Cool for a few minutes to set up before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.9, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 60.5, Sodium 189, Carbohydrate 14.9, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2.6, Protein 10.8

ANNA'S CUSTARD PIE



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This was my German grandmother's recipe.

Provided by Anna's Custard Pie

Categories     Desserts     Pies

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust
2 cups milk
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
½ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 eggs, beaten
1 pinch ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a 9-inch pie plate with pie crust.
  • In a mixing bowl, blend together the milk, flour, sugar, vanilla and eggs. Pour into pie shell. Sprinkle with nutmeg.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until custard is set, about 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26.7 g, Cholesterol 97.9 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 177 mg, Sugar 15.7 g

TOMATO PIE WITH SOUR CREAM CRUST



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This recipe pairs juicy tomatoes with tangy cheese, fresh herbs, and a flaky crust. There isn't a better way to enjoy the flavors of summer.

Provided by Andrea Bemis

Categories     HarperCollins     Pie     Tart     Summer     Tomato     Basil     Parsley     Thyme     Bake     Tree Nut Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Vegetarian     Dinner     Lunch     Brunch

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

For the crust:
2 cups all-purpose flour, plus a little extra for dusting
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons dried parsley
13 tablespoons (1 stick plus 5 tablespoons) cold unsalted butter, diced
6 tablespoons sour cream or plain full-fat yogurt
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
¼ cup ice water
For the filling and assembly:
2 tablespoons cooking fat
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2¼ pounds mixed heirloom tomatoes (mix of full size and cherries)
¾ cup hard salty cheese, such as Manchego or Parmesan
¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons chopped basil leaves
3 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 teaspoon chopped thyme
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon milk, cream, or water

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • Make the crust:
  • In a large, wide bowl, combine the flour, salt, and parsley. Add the butter pieces and, using a pastry blender or your fingertips, cut them up and into the flour mixture until it resembles little pebbles. Keep breaking up the bits of butter until the texture is very coarse.
  • In a small dish, whisk together the sour cream, vinegar, and water, and combine it with the butter-flour mixture. Using a spatula or wooden spoon, stir the wet and the dry together until a shaggy dough forms. If needed, get your hands into the bowl to knead it a few times into one big ball. Pat the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic, and chill it in the fridge for 1 hour or up to 2 days.
  • Make the filling:
  • In a large skillet over medium, heat 1 tablespoon of the cooking fat. Add the onion and cook, stirring, until golden, about 15 minutes. Let cool.
  • Meanwhile, thinly slice the tomatoes; toss them with 1 teaspoon salt and let them drain in a colander for 30 minutes, tossing them occasionally.
  • In a bowl, combine the cheeses, mayo, 2 tablespoons each of the chopped basil and parsley, the thyme, a hefty pinch each of salt and pepper, and the sautéed onion.
  • Sprinkle a little flour in the bottom of a 10-inch well-seasoned cast-iron skillet. Set it aside.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a 13-inch circle. Fit it into the prepared skillet, allowing the edges to extend over the sides of the pan.
  • Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the bottom of the dough. Arrange the tomatoes on top. Gently fold the overhanging pie crust over the tomatoes. It doesn't have to be perfect.
  • Drizzle the pie with the remaining 1 tablespoon cooking fat and season with pepper. In a small bowl, whisk together the beaten egg and milk. Brush the crust with this egg wash, place the cast-iron pan on a rimmed baking sheet (to protect the bottom of your oven from any overflowing filling), and bake the pie until the tomatoes are browned, 50 to 60 minutes. Top the pie with the remaining 1 tablespoon each basil and parsley.
  • Note
  • Localize it: Swap out any of the herbs or cheeses. The Manchego in this recipe is salty, and the mozzarella melts really well, so just keep that in mind when you're doing your swaps.

PECORINO CUSTARD WITH TOMATO SAUCE



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Adapted from a recipe in _Osteria_ by Rick Tramonto with Mary Goodbody, as reprinted by Michele Humes at Serious Eats. This hearty Italian _budino_ (pudding) is a great appetizer. It's essentially a bread pudding, but it's puréed before baking for a silky-smooth texture. You need a young Pecorino that's not too firm; an older cheese will turn grainy when it melts. The recipe calls for ciabatta bread, but any rustic, crusty white bread with an airy crumb will do (nothing too dense!). "Italian bread" is listed first to generate nutritional information - be sure to use ciabatta if you can find it.

Provided by DrGaellon

Categories     Cheese

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups whole milk
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
5 large egg yolks
2 1/2 ounces Italian bread (about 2 1/2 slices) or 2 1/2 ounces ciabatta, crust removed and diced (about 2 1/2 slices)
18 slices Italian bread or 18 slices ciabatta, each 1/2-inch thick
14 ounces young pecorino romano cheese, shredded (by weight)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 1/2 cups marinara sauce
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300°F Spread the diced bread on a baking sheet and dry in the oven for 1 minute. Transfer to a large mixing bowl and set aside.
  • In a heavy saucepan, warm the milk and cream over medium-high heat, until heated through but not boiling.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks. When they are blended, drizzle in about 1/2 cup of the hot cream mixture to temper the eggs, whisking continuously. Slowly add the tempered eggs to the hot cream in the pan as you continue to whisk the mixture.
  • Increase the oven temperature to 325°F Pour the egg-cream mixture over the dried, diced bread to soak. Using a hand-held mixer or immersion blender, purée until smooth. Stir in the cheese.
  • Divide the mixture evenly among 6 6-ounce ramekins. Put the ramekins in a roasting pan. Pull out the middle rack of the oven and set the roasting pan on it. Add enough water to the pan to come 1/2 inch up the sides of the pan. Cover the pan with aluminum foil and slide the rack back inches.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the custard is heated through and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Lay the bread slices on a baking sheet and brush with olive oil. Toast in the oven, turning once, for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Meanwhile, heat the marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium-high heat until hot and bubbling.
  • Using tongs (wrap rubber bands around the tips to improve grip), transfer ramekins to a kitchen towel to dry. Place one ramekin on each of six serving plates and top each with about 1/4 cup of marinara sauce. Drizzle each ramekin with olive oil and pepper. Put three slices of toast on each plate and serve. (Turn off the oven and let the pan of hot water cool before removing it.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 876.4, Fat 59.2, SaturatedFat 30, Cholesterol 333.3, Sodium 1576.5, Carbohydrate 51.2, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 11.1, Protein 34.7

Tips:

  • Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes. This will give your sauce the best flavor. If you can, use tomatoes that are in season.
  • Cook your sauce slowly. This will allow the flavors to develop and deepen. Simmer your sauce for at least 30 minutes, or longer if you have time.
  • Season your sauce to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You may also want to add a bit of sugar to balance out the acidity of the tomatoes.
  • Use fresh herbs. Fresh herbs will add a lot of flavor to your sauce. Add them towards the end of cooking so that they don't lose their flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make tomato sauce. Try different ingredients and techniques to find what you like best.

Conclusion:

Tomato sauce is a versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It's perfect for pasta, pizza, sandwiches, and more. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious tomato sauce that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give tomato sauce a try.

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