Apple and almond tart recipe

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   To make the frangipane - beat or cream the butter and sugar until the sugar has dissolved and the butter is pale.

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   Turn the mixer's speed down and add the ground almonds.

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   Beat until just incorporated then add the eggs one at a time so the mix doesn't split.

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   Chill until ready to use.

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   To make the puree - Cook the vanilla pod with the Bramley apples and a little water over a low heat until pureed.

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   Add a little sugar to taste

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   To assemble the tart - Spoon the apple puree over the base of the uncooked tart shell, scatter over a handful of raisins.

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   Fill the tart with peeled, cored & cut Cox's apples & pipe the frangipane around the apples.

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   Bake in a low oven about 150 C for 40-50 minutes until cooked & golden.

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    (An inserted knife should come out clean).

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    Serve warm with creme fraiche.

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