Tomato Fresh Basil Appetizer

• 5 Italian tomatoes
• 1 cup fresh basil, chopped 
• 9" pie shell, baked
• 4 cloves garlic 
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• Ground pepper
• Fresh basil leaves
• 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, divided
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

1. Slice the tomatoes and let sit on paper towels to drain and remove excess moisture. 
2. In your Cuisinart food processor, process the basil & garlic.
3. In a small bowl, mix 1 cup of mozzarella cheese with the mayonnaise, pepper, and parmesan cheese. 
4. Sprinkle the pie crust with the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella. Layer the tomato slices over the cheese. Sprinkle basil & garlic over tomatoes. Spoon the cheese/mayo mixture over and then garnish with basil leaves. Bake in 375 oven for 35-40 minutes.

Note: If making your own piecrust, add herbs into the crust for an extra flavorful dish,