French apple tart

Preparation

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180 °C (350 °F) and line a tin with the shortcrust pastry, pricking the base with a fork.

2. 2

   Peel the apples, halve them, remove the core, then slice thinly and evenly.

3. 3

   Arrange the apple slices in a tight spiral over the tart shell, overlapping slightly.

4. 4

   Scatter with sugar and small knobs of butter all over.

5. 5

   Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until the apples are golden at the edges and the base is crisp.

6. 6

   Let cool slightly before unmoulding, and serve warm or cold.