Best 5 Potato And Leek Galette With Watercress Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable Potato and Leek Galette with Watercress, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This delightful dish is a perfect blend of crispy pastry, savory filling, and refreshing greens. The galette is lovingly crafted with flaky puff pastry, layered with a medley of tender potatoes, caramelized leeks, and a hint of garlic, all enveloped in a creamy sauce. The pièce de résistance is the vibrant watercress salad, adding a peppery zest to balance the richness of the galette. Immerse yourself in the culinary artistry of this dish, as each bite transports you to a realm of gastronomic bliss.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

LEEK AND POTATO GALETTE



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This crustless potato-and-cheese pie is packed with Gruyere, a potent Swiss cheese.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Time 1h50m

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 tablespoons butter, melted
3 pounds (5 to 6 medium) baking potatoes, peeled
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 leek, white and light-green parts, thinly sliced crosswise, well washed
6 ounces Gruyere cheese, coarsely grated (about 1 1/2 cups)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees, with rack set in top third. Line bottom of a 9-inch cake pan with a round of parchment paper. Place melted butter in a large bowl. Using a mandoline or cutting by hand, slice the potatoes 1/8 inch thick; add to bowl with butter. Season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat. In prepared pan, arrange some of the potatoes around edge of pan, overlapping the slices.
  • Fill center of pan with more overlapping slices. Sprinkle with half the leek and half the cheese; season with salt and pepper. Repeat with another layer of potatoes and remaining leek and cheese; season with salt and pepper. Top with remaining potatoes. Using a spatula, press galette down firmly.
  • Bake until potatoes are tender, 70 to 80 minutes, pressing down firmly twice with a spatula during cooking. Run knife around edge of pan. Carefully invert galette onto a plate, remove parchment, and reinvert onto serving plate. Cut into wedges, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 g, Fat 16 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 10 g

LEEK AND POTATO GALETTE WITH PISTACHIO CRUST



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Adding ground pistachios creates a substantial dough that complements the leeks for these galettes.

Provided by Shelly Westerhausen

Categories     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Tart     Pastry     Leek     Dinner     Pistachio     Goat Cheese     Potato     Honey     Bake

Yield Makes 4 (6-inch) galettes

Number Of Ingredients 18

Dough:
1/2 cup raw pistachios
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 cup (2 sticks) chilled unsalted butter, cut into pieces
Filling and assembly:
1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 large leek, white and pale-green parts only, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced
4 ounces fresh goat cheese
5 tablespoons heavy cream
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
All-purpose flour (for surface)
4 tablespoons coarsely chopped dill, divided, plus sprigs for serving
2 large Yukon Gold potatoes, thinly sliced
1 large egg, beaten to blend
Crushed pink peppercorns (for serving; optional)

Steps:

  • Dough:
  • Pulse pistachios in a food processor until coarsely ground. Add flour, salt, and sugar and pulse to combine. Add butter and pulse just until a coarse meal forms. With motor running, gradually stream in 1/2 cup ice water and process until dough comes together. Transfer dough to a work surface; form into a ball, then flatten into a disk. Wrap in plastic and chill at least 30 minutes.
  • Filling and assembly:
  • Preheat oven to 400ºF. Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a small skillet over medium-low. Cook leek, stirring occasionally, until softened but without taking on any color, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Mix goat cheese, cream, and garlic in a medium bowl to combine; season with salt and black pepper.
  • Divide dough into 4 pieces. Roll out 1 piece of dough on a lightly floured surface to an 8" round; transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Using an offset spatula, spread one-quarter of goat cheese mixture over dough, leaving a 1" border. Scatter 1 Tbsp. dill evenly over, then top with a thin layer of potato slices. Drizzle with oil; season with salt. Scatter one-quarter of leeks over potatoes. Fold edges of dough over filling, tucking and overlapping slightly as needed. Repeat with remaining dough, goat cheese mixture, chopped dill, potatoes, and leeks and more oil and salt to make 3 more galettes. Brush top of dough with egg.
  • Bake galettes until crusts are golden brown and potatoes are soft, 30-40 minutes. Drizzle with honey and top with dill sprigs. Sprinkle with pink peppercorns, if using; season with salt and black pepper.
  • Do Ahead
  • Dough can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.

POTATO AND LEEK GALETTE WITH WATERCRESS



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Despite its refined appearance, this crisp galette is a lot like a big potato pancake -- and just as irresistible. It gets its oniony depth from the leek.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large russet potato, peeled and grated (1 1/2 cups)
1 small leek, white and pale-green parts only, thinly sliced crosswise and rinsed well
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup watercress, trimmed
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Place potato in a bowl of cold water, and let soak for 10 minutes. Drain well in a salad spinner or squeeze in a clean kitchen towel to remove excess water. Combine potato, leek, flour, nutmeg, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Scatter potato mixture in skillet, and press lightly with a spatula to make sure it holds together. Cook until underside is golden, about 6 minutes. Flip. Raise heat to medium-high. Cook until underside is golden, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Turn out galette. Toss watercress with lemon juice and 1 1/2teaspoons oil, and place on top of galette. Slice into 8 wedges.

POTATO, LEEK AND WATERCRESS SOUP WITH BAY SCALLOPS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 Idaho potatoes, peeled and sliced
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large Spanish onions, peeled and medium diced
3 medium leeks, cleaned and chopped
1 bouquet garni: cheesecloth packet containing, parsley, peppercorns, bay leaf and thyme sprigs
Salt
White pepper
4 cups chicken stock
1 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 bunches watercress, cleaned, stems removed and coarsely chopped
1 1/2 pounds fresh bay scallops (rock shrimp or crabmeat can be substituted)
Chopped chives, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, cover 1/2 of the potatoes with cold water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and blanch until tender, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, drain and reserve.
  • In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the onions and leeks and stir. Cover the pot and saute the onions and leeks until they are translucent, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Uncover, and add the raw potatoes, the bouquet garni, salt and pepper, chicken stock and cream, and stir. Bring the soup to a simmer over medium heat, uncovered. Simmer until the potatoes are soft, cooking for about 15 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Using a blender, puree the soup in batches. Taste for seasoning and adjust with salt and pepper. Return the soup to the pot, add the blanched potatoes, and place over medium heat. When the soup begins to simmer, add the watercress and scallops, and cook for 30 seconds, stirring once. Ladle the soup into hot bowls and sprinkle with chives. Serve immediately.

POTATO AND LEEK GALLETTE WITH WATERCRESS



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Categories     Potato     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Quick & Easy

Yield 6-8 Slices

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large russet potato, peeled and grated (1 1/2 cups)
1 small leek, white and pale-green parts only, thinly sliced crosswise and rinsed well
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup watercress, trimmed
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Place potato in a bowl of cold water, and let soak for 10 minutes. Drain well in a salad spinner or squeeze in a clean kitchen towel to remove excess water. Combine potato, leek, flour, nutmeg, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Scatter potato mixture in skillet, and press lightly with a spatula to make sure it holds together. Cook until underside is golden, about 6 minutes. Flip. Raise heat to medium-high. Cook until underside is golden, 4 to 5 minutes. Turn out galette. Toss watercress with lemon juice and 1 1/2 teaspoons oil, and place on top of galette. Slice into 8 wedges. May add Crumbled goat cheese to top

Tips:

  • Use a mandoline slicer for even leek slices. This will help them cook evenly and give the galette a nice presentation.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the leeks and potatoes. They need room to brown and caramelize for the best flavor.
  • Use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet for the galette. This will help the crust get crispy and golden brown.
  • Be careful not to overcook the galette. The crust should be golden brown and the filling should be tender, but not mushy.
  • Let the galette cool slightly before slicing and serving. This will help the filling set and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

This potato and leek galette is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The combination of crispy crust, tender filling, and flavorful watercress salad is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give this galette a try. You won't be disappointed!

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