Pissaladière

• For 8 people
• Preparation time (dont cuisson) : 90 minutes
• Cooking time : 30 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 3

Ingredients

• Dough
  • All-purpose flour : 2/2 cups
  • Active dry yeast : 1 packet
  • Warm water : 1 cup
  • Olive oil : 2 tablespoons
  • Salt : 1/2 teaspoon
  • Sugar : 1/2 teaspoon
• Onion Topping
  • Yellow onions (thinly sliced) : 4 large
  • Olive oil : 2 tablespoons
  • Anchovy fillets (optional) : 8 pieces
  • Black olives (pitted and halved) : 1/2 cup
  • Thyme (fresh or dried) : 1 tablespoon
  • Salt : 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper : 1/4 teaspoon

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Steps

• Prepare the Dough
• Mix the warm water, sugar, and yeast in a small bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.
• Stir until the dough comes together, then transfer it to a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
• Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
• Prepare the Onion Topping
• Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until caramelized, stirring occasionally for about 20 minutes.
• Season the onions with salt, black pepper, and thyme. Remove from heat and let it cool.
• Assemble and Bake
• Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Punch down the risen dough and transfer it to a greased baking sheet. Roll it out into a rectangular shape.
• Spread the caramelized onions evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
• If desired, arrange anchovy fillets and black olive halves on top of the onions.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
• Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Tips

• For a shortcut, you can use store-bought pizza dough instead of making your own.
• Pissaladière is traditionally served at room temperature, making it a great make-ahead dish for parties or picnics.

Information

• Pissaladière is a traditional French dish from the region of Provence.
• It is similar to a pizza but with a thicker crust and topped with caramelized onions, anchovies, and olives.
• The name "Pissaladière" comes from the Provençal word "pissalat," which refers to a traditional anchovy paste used in the dish.