French Onion Galette

A savory and elegant tart featuring caramelized onions, gruyere cheese, and a flaky crust.

Ingredients

1	Galette Crust
1	tablespoon unsalted butter
2	tablespoons olive oil
2	yellow onions, thinly sliced
2	teaspoons dried thyme
1	pinch salt and pepper
2	bacon, baked at 425°F (220°C) for 8 minutes
1	cup gruyere, grated
1	egg, beaten with water for egg wash
	fresh arugula

Instructions

• 1. Prepare the Galette dough following the crust recipe from Food52, substituting Parmesan with Gruyere.
  2. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  3. In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and add the sliced onions. Stir in the olive oil until the onions are well-coated. Let the onions cook for about 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
  4. Roll out the galette dough using a rolling pin until thin.
  5. Evenly spread 3/4 cup of grated gruyere cheese on the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.
  6. Arrange the caramelized onions over the cheese and sprinkle with chopped bacon.
  7. Fold in the edges of the dough to create a rustic crust, then brush with the egg wash.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is beautifully golden brown.
  9. Serve the galette with fresh arugula, additional gruyere, and freshly cracked pepper to taste.

Jul 19, 2024