APPLE BISTRO TART

APPLE BISTRO TART image

Yield 8 people

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 of 15 oz (1 crust) - Folded refrigerated unbaked piecrust
1 Tbsp - Sugar
1 tsp - Ground cinnamon
1 tsp - Finely shredded lemon peal
2 - Medium tart green apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/2" slices
1/2 Cup - Caramel apple dip
1/2 Cup - Chopped pecans
1/4 Cup - Apple jelly
Powdered sugar

Steps:

Let piecrust stand according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl combine sugar, cinnamon, and lemon peel. Add apple slices. Toss to coat. Place unfolded piecrust on a large baking sheet. Spread caramel apple dip over crust to within 2" of edge. Arrange apple mixture over caramel. Sprinkle with pecans. Fold edge of crust about 2" up and over apple mixture, pleating edges as necessary. Bake in 425 over about 20 minutes or until pastry is golden brown and apples are tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan heat apple jelly over low heat until melted. Remove tart from oven. Brush melted jelly over entire tart, including pastry. Serve warm. Sift powdered sugar over tart before serving.