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Instructions
1
Combine flour, butter, shortening and salt in a food processor.
2
Slowly drizzle in ice water.
3
Pulse in food processor until dough forms a ball.
4
Remove dough from processor, divide into two equal parts and wrap each in plastic wrap.
5
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Apple Filling
1
Combine apples, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt in a large bowl. Stir to combine.
2
Roll out one disc of refrigerated pastry to about 10″ in diameter. It doesn’t have to be perfect. In fact, imperfections make it more rustic.
3
Transfer pastry to a parchment lined baking sheet.
4
Pour apple mixture into middle of pastry, leaving about 1 inch around the entire circle.
5
Fold up the edges around the filling.
6
Brush edge of pastry and filling with melted butter.
7
Bake at 400 degrees for 25-30 minutes, or until crust is golden brown and apples have softened.
8
Allow tart to cool slightly before removing from baking sheet.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Keep Everything Ice Cold 🧊Chill your butter, shortening, and mixing bowl before making the crust; cold fat creates those desirable flaky layers that define a premium rustic tart.
- Macerate Your Apples 🍎Toss sliced apples with cinnamon, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt 15-20 minutes before assembling to draw out juices and concentrate flavor without creating a soggy bottom.
- Embrace the Rustic Fold 📐When folding the crust edges over the apples, leave the center exposed and slightly overlap the pastry edges unevenly—this rustic imperfection actually prevents over-browning and looks intentional and elegant.
- Brush with Egg Wash Strategically 🥚Apply egg wash only to the crust edges, avoiding the apples, to achieve a beautiful golden-brown pastry while keeping the fruit looking fresh and glistening.
- Cool Completely Before Serving ⏱️Allow the tart to rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes after baking so the apples set properly and the crust becomes crispy; this prevents the filling from sliding and ensures clean, impressive slices.
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