Pissaladière

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1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine the water and active dry yeast, letting it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.

   Близько 5 хв

   Примітка кухаря: Ensure your water is lukewarm (around 105-115°F or 40-46°C) to activate the yeast without killing it.

2. 2

   Add the all-purpose flour, olive oil, and salt to the yeast mixture.

3. 3

   Mix until a shaggy dough forms, then turn it out onto a lightly floured surface.

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4. 4

   Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.

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5. 5

   Lightly grease the bowl, place the dough back in, cover with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

   Близько 1 год

   Примітка кухаря: A slightly warm oven (turned off) can be a good place for dough to rise.

6. 6

   While the dough rises, prepare the onion topping; heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-low heat.

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   Примітка кухаря: Using a wide pot helps the moisture evaporate more easily from the onions.

7. 7

   Add the yellow onion to the pot, stirring to coat evenly with oil.

8. 8

   Cook the onions very slowly for 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are very soft, deeply caramelized, and sweet.

   Близько 1 год

   Примітка кухаря: Patience is key here; low and slow cooking prevents burning and develops maximum sweetness.

9. 9

   Stir in the garlic, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper during the last 10 minutes of cooking the onions.

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   Примітка кухаря: Adding garlic too early can cause it to burn and become bitter.

10. 10

    Remove the bay leaf and set the caramelized onions aside to cool completely.

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11. 11

    Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).

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12. 12

    Punch down the risen dough and gently press or roll it into a large rectangle (approximately 35x25 cm or 14x10 inches) on a lightly floured surface or directly in a baking sheet.

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    Примітка кухаря: The dough should be about 1/2 inch thick.

13. 13

    Transfer the dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

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14. 14

    Spread the cooled caramelized onions evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

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15. 15

    Arrange the anchovy fillets in a lattice pattern on top of the onions.

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16. 16

    Place one niçoise olive in the center of each diamond formed by the anchovies.

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17. 17

    Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the topping is bubbling.

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18. 18

    Remove from the oven and let it cool for at least 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

    Близько 15 хв

    Примітка кухаря: Pissaladière is often served lukewarm or at room temperature.