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📝 Description
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🥘 Ingredients
10 or 12 apples, sugar to taste, the rind of 1 small lemon, 3 eggs, 1/4 pint of cream or milk, 1/4 lb. of butter, 3/4 lb. of good short crust No. 1211, 3 oz. of sweet almonds.
👨🍳 Method
Pare, core, and cut the apples into small pieces; put sufficient moist sugar to sweeten them into a basin; add the lemon-peel, which should be finely minced, and the cream; stir these ingredients well, whisk the eggs, and melt the butter; mix altogether, add the sliced apple, and let these be well stirred into the mixture. Line a large round plate with the paste, place a narrow rim of the same round the outer edge, and lay the apples thickly in the middle. Blanch the almonds, cut them into long shreds, and strew over the top of the apples, and bake from 1/2 to 3/4 hour, taking care that the almonds do not get burnt: when done, strew some sifted sugar over the top, and serve. This tourte may be eaten either hot or cold, and is sufficient to fill 2 large-sized plates.
📜 From Mrs Beeton's Book of Household Management (1861). Public domain.
⭐ Reader Reviews
Honest opinions from readers who have explored this book.
I tried this Apple Tourte as a weeknight dinner dessert, and I must say, it was a delightful throwback. The process was straightforward, and I appreciated the simplicity of the ingredient list. I found the method of blanching and shredding almonds to be a charming touch, adding a nice textural contrast to the soft apples. What surprised me was how well the almonds toasted in the oven, turning a beautiful golden brown without burning, as long as I kept an eye on them. This dessert is perfect for the weeknight cook who wants to impress without spending hours in the kitchen. The combination of tart apples, sweet almonds, and a buttery crust is sure to please. I served it warm, straight from the oven, and it was a hit with the family. The next time you're looking for a quick, old-fashioned treat, give this Apple Tourte a try. It's a wonderful way to end a busy day with a taste of nostalgia.
