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because I want you to TRUST me

I only post recipes that I have made for my family and friends that were really enjoyed

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And if I RAVE about a particular recipe~

Like this Apple Pear and Walnut Gorgonzola Galette~

THAT means that this recipe is insanely good and one you definitely want to try!

See what I mean?  It is overflowing with goodies and flavor!

This is life changing!  Oh, and it will make you a rock star!

Here’s the recipe:

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APPLE, PEAR and WALNUT GORGONZOLA GALETTE

Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword apple pie, fruit galette, sweet and savory galette
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 1 refrigerated pie crust dough circle
  • 1 apple
  • 1 ripe pear
  • 1 large vidalia or sweet onion
  • 1-2 oz walnuts chopped
  • 2-3 oz crumbled Gorgonzola cheese* or bleu cheese
  • 2 T butter divided
  • 1 T olive oil
  • 1 egg

Instructions

  • Peel and cut onion into 1/4″ slices.
  • Place in skillet with 1 T butter and olive oil and cook over medium low until caramelized, stirring occasionally, about 25 minutes.
  • Place pie crust circle on a silpat or piece of parchment paper on a baking sheet.
  • Distribute onions evenly on crust leaving a 2 inch border around the edge.
  • Wash fruit and cut into fairly thin slices and place on top of onions.
  • Sprinkle with walnuts and cheese.
  • Cut 1 T butter into tiny pieces and dot fruit mixture.
  • Fold up edges by starting with a 3 inch edge, turning and pleating dough as you go around, forming the edge of the galette.
  • Beat the egg and brush over the galette’s edge.
  • Bake at 400 for 20 minutes or until galette looks done and pie crust is golden. Let sit for 5-10 minutes before cutting. Serves 4-6

Notes

*substitute sharp cheddar for gorgonzola if desired

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