Description
At its heart, a Wild Mushroom and Thyme Galette is a savory open-faced pie. The word “galette” comes from the French culinary tradition and refers to various types of flat, round crusty cakes. In this specific context, it refers to a “shingled” or “pleated” pastry that holds a rich filling. The base of the dish is a “pâte brisée,” or a shortcrust pastry, which relies on high-quality butter to create a tender, shattering texture.
Ingredients
Galette Dough
1¼ cups (155 g) all-purpose flour
½ tsp salt
½ cup (115 g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
3–4 Tbsp ice water
Filling
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp butter
1 small shallot, finely sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
12 oz (340 g) wild mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, oyster, chanterelle), sliced
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
Salt & freshly ground black pepper
½ cup ricotta or crème fraîche
¼ cup grated Parmesan or Gruyè
Instructions
1. Make the Dough
Whisk flour and salt.
Cut in butter until pea-sized crumbs form.
Add ice water gradually, mixing just until dough comes together.
Shape into a disk, wrap, and chill 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the Filling
Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Sauté shallot until soft.
Add garlic; cook 30 seconds.
Add mushrooms and cook until browned and moisture evaporates, 8–10 minutes.
Stir in thyme, salt, and pepper. Cool slightly.
3. Assemble the Galette
Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).
Roll dough into a 12-inch (30 cm) circle on parchment.
Spread ricotta evenly, leaving a 2-inch border.
Sprinkle with grated cheese.
Top with mushroom mixture.
Fold edges over filling, pleating loosely.
Brush crust with egg wash.
4. Bake
Bake 35–40 minutes, until crust is golden and crisp.
Cool 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For a richer finish, drizzle the galette with a touch of truffle oil or honey just before serving. This rustic tart is delicious on its own or paired with a light green salad or a soft-boiled egg for a complete meal. Serve warm or at room temperature for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 20minutes
- Cook Time: 35minutes
- Category: Savory Bake
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1slice
- Calories: 340kcal
Keywords: Savory mushroom tart with thyme, Rustic forest mushroom galette, French mushroom pastry, Homemade flaky mushroom pie