Apple Tart

Directions

1. 1
   To make the pastry, combine the flour, salt and sugar in a medium-size bowl.
2. 2
   Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
3. 3
   Stir in the water.
4. 4
   Shape the dough into a ball.
5. 5
   Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 1 hour.
6. 6
   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
7. 7
   On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a rough circle about 15 inches in diameter.
8. 8
   Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. 9
   Refrigerate for 10 minutes.
10. 10
    To make the filling, combine 2 1/2 tablespoons of flour with 3 tablespoons of the sugar.
11. 11
    Spread the flour-sugar mixture over the dough, leaving a 2-inch rim uncovered.
12. 12
    Arrange the apple slices evenly over the flour-sugar mixture.
13. 13
    Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of the sugar.
14. 14
    Fold the rim over the apples, gathering to fit.
15. 15
    Brush the edge of the pastry with water and sprinkle it with the remaining 3 tablespoons of sugar.
16. 16
    Bake until well browned, with spots where the sugar has carmelized, about 45 minutes.
17. 17
    Immediately slide from the pan to a rack.
18. 18
    Cool slightly.
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    The tart can be assembled ahead and baked while the main course is served.