“Delectable Leek & Potato Galette with Crunchy Pistachio Crust”
Author:antaki
Total Time:1 hour 10 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Description
Savor a buttery galette filled with leek and potato, topped with a crunchy pistachio crust. Perfect for any gathering or cozy meal!
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup shelled pistachios (finely ground)
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
½ cup cold unsalted butter (cubed)
4 to 6 tablespoons ice water
2 medium leeks (cleaned and sliced thinly)
2 medium-sized russet potatoes (peeled and thinly sliced)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
1 cup shredded cheese (Gruyère or your choice)
1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground pistachios, flour, salt, and sugar. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to incorporate the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Shape it into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the leeks and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Allow it to cool a bit.
Using a mandoline or sharp knife, slice the potatoes thinly and toss with a little olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic if desired.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll out the chilled dough into a circle about 12 inches in diameter.
Transfer the rolled-out dough to the baking sheet. Sprinkle half of the cheese on the center, layer the potatoes, then spread the cooked leeks, followed by the remaining cheese.
Fold the edges of the dough over the filling, pleating as you go around the circle.
Brush the crust with the beaten egg for a golden sheen.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes until the crust is golden and the potatoes are tender. Let it cool before slicing.
Notes
A comforting and delicious galette featuring buttery potatoes and sweet leeks enclosed in a nutty pistachio crust. Perfect for sharing with loved ones!
