Chattanooga Pie Recipe

Name: Chattanooga Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 14 lb swiss cheese, grated; 14 lb cheddar cheese, grated; 1 pie crust (baked in a 10-inch springform pan); 1 lb crabmeat, cooked; 1 cup roasted cashews (optional); 3 cups whipping cream; 8 eggs, beaten to blend; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/4 stick); ¼ teaspoon tarragon, crumbled; ¼ teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning; ¼ teaspoon grated nutmeg; ⅛ teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 1 large red onion, minced; 1 12 lbs frozen spinach, thawed, drained and squeezed dry

Servings: persons

14 lb swiss cheese, grated
14 lb cheddar cheese, grated
1 pie crust (baked in a 10-inch springform pan)
1 lb crabmeat, cooked
1 cup roasted cashews (optional)
3 cups whipping cream
8 eggs, beaten to blend
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/4 stick)
¼ teaspoon tarragon, crumbled
¼ teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
¼ teaspoon grated nutmeg
⅛ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 large red onion, minced
1 12 lbs frozen spinach, thawed, drained and squeezed dry

1
Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 450 degrees.
2
Sprinkle cheeses over crust, cover with crabmeat, then top with cashews.
3
Mix cream and eggs and season generously with salt and pepper.
4
Pour half of egg mixture into crust; set remaining mixture aside.
5
Place pie in oven, reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake pie until custard is set but not browned, 35 to 40 minutes.
6
Meanwhile, melt butter in large skillet over medium-low heat.
7
Stir in tarragon,Seasoning,nutmeg and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
8
Add onion and cook until tranlucent, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
9
Add spinach and saute 3 minutes.
10
Set aside 1/4 cup egg mixture.
11
Blend remaining egg mixture into spinach and spoon atop pie;pour reserved egg mixture over.
12
Bake until custard is set and top is golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes.
13
Let stand 30 minutes, remove springform and cut pie into slices.

13732

kcal

Calories

1138

Fat

Carbs

824

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 14 lb swiss cheese, grated, 14 lb cheddar cheese, grated, 1 pie crust (baked in a 10-inch springform pan), 1 lb crabmeat, cooked, and more.

Yes, Chattanooga Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chattanooga Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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