Apple Pie - French Apple Tart or Tarte Normande

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"A classic dessert, this apple pie is meant to be simple and easily prepared. No extra fuss was added to it. The apples are sliced not to perfection, although within the same size. The crust is preferably homemade, but store-bought is as acceptable. The custard filling brings this tart together."
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Prep time: 15mins
Cook time: 40mins
Serves or Makes: 4

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ingredients

  • 1 pastry crust
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large apples
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream

Method

  • Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 400°. Roll out the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish. Make sure the crust is all the way up to the rim

  • Step 2

    Optional: Poke lightly on the dough, cover with aluminum foil and weights, and place in the hot oven for 5 to 7 minutes.

  • Step 3

    Remove and let it cool off.

  • Step 4

    In a large bowl whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and the brown sugar.

  • Step 5

    Add the sliced apples to the pie dish. Cover with the egg mixture

  • Step 6

    Place a pie shell shield to cover the border of the dough or make one with aluminum foil.

  • Step 7

    Lower the heat to 375°. Bake the cake for 40 to 50 minutes. The top should be nice a golden brown, and the middle should not be runny.

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