*French Baking* How to Make Pistachio Pear Galette with Gorgonzola Cheese and Honey - Happy Bake Day

pistachios

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide healthy fats and are often cheaper than pistachios.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a dairy-free alternative that adds a unique flavor.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Maple syrup offers a different sweetness profile.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

In a food processor, add the pistachios and sugar, and pulse a few times until a coarse meal forms.

Add in the egg and butter, and process on low speed until smooth and creamy.

Add the flour and vanilla extract, and process on low speed until combined.

Set the pistachio cream filling aside.

Roll out parchment paper on the countertop and lay out the pie crust.

Use a rolling pin to roll out the pie crust to about 1/8 inch thick.

Spread about 1 cup of pistachio cream in the center of the pie crust, leaving a 1-inch border.

Spread the sliced pears and optional Gorgonzola cheese over the pistachio cream.

Fold the edges of the pie crust over the fruit and pistachio filling.

In a small bowl, combine the egg and milk for the egg wash and whisk until combined.

Use a basting brush to apply the egg wash around the edges of the pie crust.

Bake the galette in the preheated oven for about 30 to 40 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and the pears are soft.

Let the galette cool for a few minutes, then drizzle with honey if desired.

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