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