Gallets with feta, spinach and pine nuts

3 servings

60 minutes

Galettes with feta, spinach, and pine nuts are an elegant dish of French cuisine that embodies sophistication and harmony of flavors. Its roots trace back to rural traditions where galettes were made as simple yet refined pastries. The crispy base of thin dough contrasts with the tenderness of spinach, the piquancy of feta, and the nutty note of pine nuts. Nutmeg adds a light spiciness while parmesan completes the flavor palette with a noble touch. These galettes are perfect for a light dinner, appetizer, or festive treat. They can be served hot or slightly chilled, enjoying every bite. The simplicity of preparation makes them accessible for any cook while their refined taste is a worthy decoration for any table.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 701.2
• Proteins: 18.9g
• Fats: 48.2g
• Carbohydrates: 47.9g

Ingredients

• Wheat flour: 175 g
• Butter: 110 g
• Water: to taste
• Salt: to taste
• Feta cheese: 125 g
• Spinach: 225 g
• Pine nuts: 25 g
• Ground nutmeg: to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese: 25 g

Cooking steps

1. Wrap the butter in foil and place it in the freezer for 30-45 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 110 g

2. Sift flour with a pinch of salt into a bowl. Take the butter out of the freezer, slightly unfold the foil and quickly grate it on a coarse grater, occasionally sprinkling the piece with flour to make grating easier. Chop the butter with the flour using a knife (do not do this by hand to prevent the butter from melting) until crumbly. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of cold water and chop again. Then mix the dough by hand, adding a little more water if necessary. The dough should easily pull away from the sides of the bowl. Transfer the dough to a bag and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 175 g
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Water:  to taste
   • Butter: 110 g

3. Meanwhile, place the spinach in a pot, cover it, and simmer over medium heat in its own juice for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a strainer, squeeze out the excess liquid, and sprinkle with nutmeg.

   Required ingredients:

   • Spinach: 225 g
   • Ground nutmeg:  to taste

4. Place the dough on a floured surface and roll it out very thin (3 mm). Cut out 6 circles with a diameter of 15 cm and place them on 2 greased baking sheets.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 175 g
   • Butter: 110 g

5. Finely chop the spinach and spread it over the prepared bases, leaving small edges. Sprinkle with finely chopped feta and pine nuts.

   Required ingredients:

   • Spinach: 225 g
   • Feta cheese: 125 g
   • Pine nuts: 25 g

6. Bake at 220 degrees for 10-12 minutes until golden brown. Remove and sprinkle with parmesan.

   Required ingredients:

   • Grated Parmesan cheese: 25 g