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Potato, Walla Walla Onion and Gruyere Galette

by Cathy on August 2, 2010

Meat isn’t a big item on my weekly menus and often, especially during the summer when vegetables are so good and plentiful, I’m very happy with vegetables and a salad.  Tomatoes and potatoes are my favorites, and when I saw this recipe at Moveable Feasts there was no question that it was for me.  I’ve prepared it several times this past week as a matter of fact.  The crust is crisp and cheesy and the center is tender and buttery without being overly rich.  It goes together quickly and is so pretty on the plate that its worthy of my most special guests.
Potato, Walla Walla Onion and Gruyere Galette…from Moveable Feasts

2-1/2 tablespoons butter
12 springs thyme
1 large sweet onion, sliced into 1/4 inch plus slices
3/4 to 1 pound waxy potatoes, peeled and sliced
2 tablespoons oil
1/2 cup Gruyere, grated
1 cup mozzarella, grated
sea salt and cracked black pepper

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.  Melt the butter in a 9-10 inch frying pan over medium heat.  Add the thyme and onion and cook for 5 minutes.  Place the potato, oil, Gruyere, mozzarella and salt and pepper in a bowl and toss to combine.

I used 1 cup Gruyere and 1/2 cup mozzarella the second time I made this and was very happy with the results.

Top the onion with the potato mixture and bake for 45 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.  Turn upside down on a large plate to serve.

I had a little trouble getting the galette out of the pan the first time I made it.  This time I used my well seasoned cast iron skillet and it came out without a problem.  Last week I served this with grilled salmon (delicious) and last night all I added was a small salad of frizee and arugula with a red currant mustard vinaigrette.

Serve either hot from the oven or at room temperature. This would be a wonderful picnic dish with sliced meats, crusty bread and a salad.  And don’t forget that nice bottle of Oregon wine.

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From the Kitchen August 2, 2010 at 12:57 pm

Would you believe, I just sat down to make up a grocery list and, of course, have to check in on my blogging friends. The only thing I'll change in your recipe is to substitute Vidalia onions. This recipe looks devinely delicious!

Best,
Bonnie

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The Japanese Redneck August 2, 2010 at 1:00 pm

It's a beautiful dish. I could go for meatless meals, but the hubby can't handle it.

Thanks for sharing the recipe.

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bellini valli August 2, 2010 at 1:40 pm

It is certainly eye candy as well as probably tasting delicious.

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Martha August 2, 2010 at 1:40 pm

This looks yummy — would be so good with a piece of grilled meat as well!

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Yvonne @ StoneGable August 2, 2010 at 1:43 pm

I just keep saying, "Oh my gosh, Oh my gosh!" This is my love language! I am making this next week for sure! What could be better than waxy potatoes and carmelized onions… with herbs?
I need a drool bib when I visit your beautiful site!
xo Yvonne

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Pondside August 2, 2010 at 1:49 pm

Just the title – that could be enough to send me, but the recipe too. The Great Dane will love this one. I'll have to go out for the Gruyere, but everything else is in the pantry.

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Pam August 2, 2010 at 2:28 pm

Potato got my attention! This looks incredibly delicious and a must try! Thanks Cathy!

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Pam August 2, 2010 at 2:49 pm

Wow. I am truly speechless. This looks not only beautiful but absolutely delicious too! Bookmarked.

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highlandsranchfoodie August 2, 2010 at 3:01 pm

I saw this recipe too and can't wait to make it. It just looks so decadent and delicious. I just used up the last of my Vidaia's, now if I can just get my hands on some Walla Wallas.

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Thibeault's Table August 2, 2010 at 3:10 pm

OMG Cathy, what could be better than that. Looks like heaven to me.

Ann

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Allie and Pattie August 2, 2010 at 3:39 pm

GORGEOUS!!! I love this and haven't made it in a while. Thanks for the reminder!
xoxo Pattie

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GardenofDaisies August 2, 2010 at 4:32 pm

My husband would LOVE this!

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Jeannie August 2, 2010 at 4:47 pm

Oh that looks good! Love the patterns the onions gave to the dish!

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Happier Than a Pig in Mud August 2, 2010 at 4:51 pm

This is a must make for me! Sounds great-thanks!

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cindy August 2, 2010 at 5:09 pm

Yum! Yum!

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Kathleen August 2, 2010 at 5:49 pm

That looks delicious! A wonderful summer meal, and a fabulous picture!

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MaryMoh August 2, 2010 at 5:50 pm

Oh wow…this looks really neat, beautiful and delicious. I would love the flavour and taste. Thanks very much for sharing. MaryMoh at http://www.keeplearningkeepsmiling.com

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Barbara August 2, 2010 at 6:02 pm

so pleased you are enjoying the recipe, Cathy! looking at your photos makes me want to make it tonight! however, as you know, my cooking has curtailed recently. ;)
now i wish i knew how to crack an egg with one hand!

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Marilyn August 2, 2010 at 6:02 pm

Oh that looks so very good. I could use some tips from you on photographing food. I love this photo. I think I will try this recipe next week when I have company. Yummmm!

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Chow and Chatter August 2, 2010 at 7:12 pm

wow you have done Barbara proud perfect

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scrambledhenfruit August 2, 2010 at 7:57 pm

Onions and potatoes are so perfect together. This is a beautiful dish- I just need some Gruyere!

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Linda August 2, 2010 at 8:15 pm

This is gorgeous! I will be trying this for sure!

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Jennifurla August 2, 2010 at 8:17 pm

what a cool dish!

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Karen @ Mignardise August 2, 2010 at 8:33 pm

Another winner! Keep 'em coming Cathy!

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Carol at Serendipity August 2, 2010 at 9:06 pm

Cathy,
Looks absolutely delicious. I have made something similar with fennel added as well. Yum.

Carol

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Karen August 3, 2010 at 12:45 am

This looks wonderful! I think it'd be perfect for a picnic :)

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Erin August 3, 2010 at 12:50 am

This looks amazing! I forget about Walla Wallas. What have I been doing??? I need to go get some now and grill them up.

Although I would rather have a big slice of this!!!

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A Feast for the Eyes August 3, 2010 at 3:53 am

What a show stopper. it's absolutely beautiful. The caramelization is gorgeous. I'll trade you a bite of that for one of my fig jam glazed burgers.
Bookmarking for cooler days.

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Foodessa August 3, 2010 at 12:13 pm

Cathy…I can see that when you like something…you really like it! I had told Barbara last week that in our Italian region…we put all this greatness on a bed of pizza…how terrible is that? LOL
What a gorgeous photo capture you have…extremely appetizing.

Ciao for now,
Claudia

P.S. I hope you didn't mind…I had borrowed your Lemon custard ice cream recipe and mentioned it in my Lemon Ginger Coconut frozen mousse recipe post…I can't wait to make it soon…love lemons ;o)

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teresa August 3, 2010 at 2:09 pm

cathy, your pictures are just gorgeous! this looks wonderful.

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Raina August 3, 2010 at 2:16 pm

That looks wonderful! All of the flavors I love. When I saw the beautiful picture, I thought it might be difficult to make, but it seems fairly simple..great instruction..thanks! Looking forward to tasting it:)

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SavoringTime in the Kitchen August 3, 2010 at 2:39 pm

I still haven't tried it but it's definitely on my list after seeing it on Barbara's blog! Yours turned out beautifully! I love how those circles of onion look. Thank you for the tip on using cast iron.

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Mary August 3, 2010 at 3:22 pm

What a lovely dish, Cathy. It sounds truly wonderful. I hope you are having a great day. Blessings…Mary

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Mimi August 3, 2010 at 5:23 pm

Simple, elegant and delicious.
Mimi

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theUngourmet August 3, 2010 at 5:45 pm

This is such a lovely galette! I love the perfect sweet onion slices on top. My husband doesn't care for onions so I'd have to make a single serving just for me! ;)

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Sage August 3, 2010 at 8:52 pm

That recipe is a delight; your photo makes me really want to make this galette.
Rita

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Cristie August 4, 2010 at 6:17 am

What a wonderful sounding recipe! I have tagged this for my weekend retreat, I can almost taste it from the screen :)

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Grumpy and HoneyB August 4, 2010 at 8:22 am

Oh wow, I want to eat with you! This looks delish. I think it is calling my name too and will have to make this!

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Janine August 4, 2010 at 11:36 am

Looks scrumptious!!!

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Rettabug August 4, 2010 at 2:02 pm

gosh, I'd love to try this as soon as it cools off a bit. Turning on the oven right now would be foolish in our 90º+ heat.

Tell me please, what constitutes a "waxy potatoe", Cathy? I just bought Yukon Golds…will they work? If you answer here so others can see too, I'll get responses via email on this post.

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Cathy August 4, 2010 at 2:12 pm

Hi Rett – Waxy potatoes are low in starch and hold together well when cooked. Examples: Red, small white and fingerling potatoes.

Yukon Gold is a medium starch and should work well in this recipe.

High starch spuds (mealy texture) fall apart when cooked. Example: russets used for mashed potatoes.

Thanks for your comment.

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Proud Italian Cook August 4, 2010 at 9:11 pm

Cathy, this is beautiful, I would eat this several times too. I agree with you about summer vegetables and less meat. Can't wait to try this gorgeous dish!

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Rettabug August 4, 2010 at 9:27 pm

Thanks for the clarification on "waxy potatoes", Cathy. I didn't know ANY of that info.
I am really looking forward to making this one!!

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girlichef August 4, 2010 at 11:40 pm

That's like the ultimate comfort food!! Looks seriously delicious, Cathy =)

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Salsa Verde August 6, 2010 at 11:57 am

It looks so gorgeous and so delicious!!
Love,
Lia.

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Ciao Chow Linda August 10, 2010 at 11:15 am

Oh my goodness. I need to have this. It is on my list of things to make as soon as the weather cools.

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My Little Space August 11, 2010 at 11:49 pm

Cathy, I am loving how you presented the galatte with the onion! Looks so presentable. Hope you're having a wonderful day.
Cheers, kristy

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Culinary Alchemist August 27, 2010 at 11:59 pm

How serendipitous is this? I was going to make a potato galette with Walla Walla Sweet Onion, Gruyere and Racelette tonight for dinner and decided to look for any tips or secrets on the net and voila! I found your recipe. It looks positively scrumptious! I cannot wait to make mine tonight. LOL

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Rochelle May 30, 2011 at 10:14 am

I'm in love with this galette! I love everything in it and it sounds fantastic for lunch or dinner :D

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Debbie October 3, 2011 at 9:37 am

I found you through Stonegable, she featured your recipe. This looks so yummy. Thanks for sharing.

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Rita October 13, 2011 at 4:47 am

I just spotted this at Kathleen’s Cuisine and had to print this out.
Rita

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