Apple Flan

Directions

1. 1
   Combine flour, 1 tablespoon sugar and the salt.
2. 2
   Cut in 1/2 cup butter until particles resemble small peas.
3. 3
   Sprinkle with ice water; mix lightly with fork.
4. 4
   Form into balls.
5. 5
   Flatten into 6-inch circle. Wrap and chill at least 1 1/2 hours or until firm enough to roll.
6. 6
   Toss apples with lemon juice and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar; set aside.
7. 7
   Using lightly floured stockinette-covered rolling pin, roll out pastry 1/8-inch thick on cookie sheet.
8. 8
   Place 9-inch layer cake pan on pastry.
9. 9
   Cut around edge with knife or pastry wheel.
10. 10
    Remove excess pastry and reserve.
11. 11
    Prick dough with fork and bake in preheated 400° oven for 15 minutes or until golden.
12. 12
    Cool on cookie sheet on rack.