Pissaladiere | ProvenCal Onion Tart

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   Preheat oven to 450.

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   Roll the dough into an 11 x 15 inch rectangle and place it on a lightly oiled baking sheet.

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   Prick the dough all over with a fork.

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   In a small bowl, combine the water, 1 tablespoon of salt and 2 tablespoons of the oil; brush over the dough.

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   Let the dough rise for about 30 minutes.

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   In a large, heavy skillet, combine the remaining 3 tablespoons of oil with onions, garlic, bouquet garni, and 1 teaspoon salt.

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   Sweat, covered, over low heat until the onions are soft and cooked through, about 30 minutes; they should not brown.

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   Discard the bouquet garni and spread the onion mixture evenly over the bread dough.

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    Bake the pissaladiere in the center of the oven until evenly browned and crisp, about 20 minutes.

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    (Be careful not to burn the onions.

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    Reduce the oven temperature if necessary.)

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    Remove from the oven and arrange the olives and anchovies in an even pattern over the onions.

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    Sprinkle with thyme.

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    Serve warm or at room temperature, cut into rectangles.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.