Apple Crostata

Directions

1. 1
   In a food processor, combine the flour with 2 tablespoons of the sugar, the baking powder and salt.
2. 2
   Add the butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
3. 3
   Sprinkle the ice water over the mixture and process just until large clumps of dough form.
4. 4
   Turn the dough out onto a work surface and form into a flat disk.
5. 5
   Wrap the disk in plastic and refrigerate for 1 hour.
6. 6
   Preheat the oven to 375.
7. 7
   Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
8. 8
   Position a rack in the center of the oven.
9. 9
   In a medium bowl, toss the apples with the remaining 6 tablespoons of sugar and the cinnamon.
10. 10
    On a floured work surface, roll the dough out to a 12-inch round and transfer it to the baking sheet.
11. 11
    Arrange the apple slices on the dough, leaving a 2-inch border all around.
12. 12
    Fold the edge over the apples, pressing lightly.
13. 13
    Refrigerate the crostata until chilled, about 20 minutes.
14. 14
    Bake the crostata for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and the apples are tender and bubbling.
15. 15
    Slide the parchment with the crostata onto a rack and let cool.
16. 16
    Cut into wedges, transfer to plates and serve.