Cheesy Tomato and Cured Meat Pie

This savory pie is always a hit whenever I make it for gatherings. The combination of melted cheese, juicy tomatoes, and salty cured meats all enveloped in a buttery, flaky crust is simply irresistible. It's easy to prepare and perfect for sharing. I love how it tastes just as delicious served warm or at room temperature.

Ingredients

2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (118 ml) ice-cold water
1/2 cup (118 ml) olive oil
1/2 cup (115 g) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1/2 cup (75 g) chopped salami or chorizo
1/2 cup (75 g) chopped serrano ham
1/2 cup (50 g) chopped olives
1 cup (150 g) small tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup (50 g) grated aged cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the cold butter pieces and use your fingers or a pastry blender to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3. Gradually add the ice-cold water, stirring with a fork until the dough comes together in a ball. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead a few times until smooth and pliable.

4. Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a disk. Wrap each disk in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

5. Roll out one of the chilled dough disks to a thickness of about 1/8 inch (3 mm). Transfer the dough to a 9-inch (23 cm) pie dish and trim the edges to fit.

6. Spread the grated aged cheddar cheese evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch (2.5 cm) border around the edges. Arrange the chopped salami or chorizo, serrano ham, tomatoes, and olives on top of the cheese.

7. Roll out the second dough disk to the same size as the first. Use this dough to cover the pie and press the edges to seal. Crimp the edges to create a decorative border.

8. Brush the top crust with the olive oil and make a few small slits in the top to allow steam to escape.

9. Bake the pie for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is heated through. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

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