FRENCH APPLE TART

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I used to prepare this eye-catching tart with my grandmother. It has a buttery, tender crust that's topped with glossy glazed apple slices.-Esteban Vazquez, Encino, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons ice water
TOPPING:
4 medium tart apples, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
1/4 cup apricot preserves
1 tablespoon apple brandy or water

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine the flour, butter, sugar and salt; cover and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. While processing, gradually add water in a steady stream until dough forms a ball. Wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle., Roll out pastry to a 14x10-in. rectangle; transfer pastry to a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Beginning at one corner of the pastry, arrange overlapping apple slices diagonally to opposite corner. Repeat rows. Sprinkle with sugar; dot with butter., Bake at 400° for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and apples are tender. In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine preserves and brandy; microwave on high for 30 seconds or until blended. Brush over warm tart. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 15g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 54mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

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