9 Main Course-Worthy Savory Tarts and Galettes

Pie crust just may be one of life’s greatest pleasures, which is why we've worked long and hard to find the dough that yields flaky, tender perfection, whether it uses butter, shortening, or even olive oil. And when it comes to filling, we show no bias between custard, stone fruit, berries, apples, chocolate. Just give us a fork, a heavy helping of whipped cream, and maybe a napkin -- whatever the slice, pie is the most wonderful thing to ever grace a dessert (or breakfast) plate.

But why should culinary greatness be limited to the last course? A buttery crust is the perfect vessel for savory ingredients, too. There’s something rustic and honest about rolling out dough and filling it with roasted root vegetables, crumbly cheese, or salty sausage. Wholesome and elegant, savory pies are fancy enough to entertain with, yet simple enough to be part of your weeknight routine. Round out your meal with a green salad spiked with a tangy vinaigrette, then enjoy pie for dinner.

Leek, Fennel, and Mushroom Galette by Waverly

 

Rustic Beet Tart and Wilted Greens by fatgirleating

 

Sausage and Chard Mini Galettes by fiveandspice

 

French Onion Tart by Jennifer Perillo

 

Slab Galette with Swiss Chard and Gruyère by Alexandra Stafford

 

Tomato and Concord Grape Tart with a Cornmeal Black Pepper Crust by Elizabeth Stark

 

Mini Pissaladieres by Phylis Grant

 

Leek and Greens Tart with Cornmeal Crust by fiveandspice

 

And for when summer rolls back around...  

Corn, Spring Onion, and Ricotta Tart by Eat This My Friend | Jade O'Donahoo