La Cocotte Verte

You know it’s summer when you see basket upon basket of beautiful fresh cherries in the farmer’s markets. This easy to make galette is a lovely way to end your meal with cheese and fruit instead of a typical dessert.

Golden beets, roasted until tender, then sliced and layered with fresh goat cheese & chive filling — this stunning salad looks so elegant, guests will think you spent hours in the kitchen! But the beets, filling, candied nuts, and vinaigrette can all be made ahead of time, making it an ideal first course for a dinner party. It also makes a great lunch dish, served with crusty bread. You can use any color combination of beets: all gold, all red, or alternating colors!) as well as different nuts, such as candied walnuts or plain, toasted hazelnuts.