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Flavorful Heirloom Tomato Galette with Creamy Goat Cheese

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A rustic and delicious summer galette featuring a flaky buttery crust, creamy goat cheese, and juicy heirloom tomatoes, enhanced with fresh herbs and garlic.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups (150g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (115g) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
  • 3–4 tablespoons ice water
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3 medium heirloom tomatoes, thinly sliced
  • 4 ounces (115g) creamy goat cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or finely minced fresh garlic
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt.
  2. Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter (1/2 cup). Use a pastry cutter or two forks to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Slowly add 3 tablespoons of ice water, mixing gently with a fork. Add more water, one teaspoon at a time, just until the dough holds together when pressed.
  4. Form the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  5. While the dough chills, thinly slice about 3 medium heirloom tomatoes about 1/4 inch thick. Toss gently with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  6. On a lightly floured surface, roll the chilled dough into a roughly 12-inch circle, about 1/4 inch thick.
  7. Transfer the dough carefully to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  8. Spread the softened 4 ounces of goat cheese evenly over the dough, leaving a 2-inch border around the edges.
  9. Lay the tomato slices in overlapping concentric circles on top of the goat cheese.
  10. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, 1 teaspoon thyme leaves, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder evenly over the tomatoes.
  11. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over everything, then season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  12. Gently fold the 2-inch dough border over the edges of the tomato topping, pleating as needed to form a rustic edge.
  13. Brush the crust with a little olive oil for a golden finish.
  14. Optionally, sprinkle 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese on the crust edges.
  15. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 30-35 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and crisp and the tomatoes are tender.
  16. Let the galette cool for about 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Keep butter cold to ensure a flaky crust. Slice tomatoes thinly to avoid sogginess. Spread goat cheese as a moisture barrier. Chill dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling. Use parchment paper for easy cleanup. Check galette starting at 30 minutes to avoid burning crust edges. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat best in the oven.

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