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
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1¼ cups (155 g) all-purpose flour
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½ tsp salt
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½ cup (115 g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
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3–4 Tbsp ice water
Filling
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1 Tbsp olive oil
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1 Tbsp butter
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1 small shallot, finely sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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12 oz (340 g) wild mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, oyster, chanterelle), sliced
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1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
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Salt & freshly ground black pepper
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½ cup ricotta or crème fraîche
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¼ cup grated Parmesan or Gruyè
Instructions
1. Make the Dough
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Whisk flour and salt.
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Cut in butter until pea-sized crumbs form.
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Add ice water gradually, mixing just until dough comes together.
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Shape into a disk, wrap, and chill 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the Filling
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Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
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Sauté shallot until soft.
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Add garlic; cook 30 seconds.
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Add mushrooms and cook until browned and moisture evaporates, 8–10 minutes.
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Stir in thyme, salt, and pepper. Cool slightly.
3. Assemble the Galette
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Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).
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Roll dough into a 12-inch (30 cm) circle on parchment.
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Spread ricotta evenly, leaving a 2-inch border.
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Sprinkle with grated cheese.
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Top with mushroom mixture.
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Fold edges over filling, pleating loosely.
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Brush crust with egg wash.
4. Bake
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Bake 35–40 minutes, until crust is golden and crisp.
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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