Heirloom Tomato Pie - Jill's Kitchen

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 lb heirloom tomatoes (about 4 medium) (cut into 1/4 inch slices)
• 3/4 tsp salt (divided)
• 1 1/2 cup shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup cold butter (cubed)
• 1 to 2 tbsp half-and-half cream
• 5 bacon strips (cooked and crumbled)
• 1 pkg (8 oz) cream cheese (softened)
• 1/2 cup loosely packed basil leaves (thinly sliced)
• 2 tbsp minced fresh marjoram
• 1 1/2 tsp minced fresh thyme
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/8 tsp coarsely ground pepper