French Apple Tart

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons ice water
• 4 medium tart apples, peeled and sliced
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
• 1/4 cup apricot preserves
• 1 tablespoon apple brandy or water

1. In a food processor, combine the flour, butter, sugar and salt; cover and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. While processing, gradually add water in a steady stream until dough forms a ball. Wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle.
2. Roll out pastry to a 14x10-in. rectangle; transfer pastry to a parchment paper-lined
3. . Beginning at one corner of the pastry, arrange overlapping apple slices diagonally to opposite corner. Repeat rows. Sprinkle with sugar; dot with butter.
4. Bake at 400u0b0 for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and apples are tender. In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine preserves and brandy; microwave on high for 30 seconds or until blended. Brush over warm tart. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/french-apple-tart/ (may not work)