French Tarte Tatin with Caramelized Apples

Ingredients

Instructions

1. 1 In a medium bowl, combine sifted flour and salt. Add diced butter and mix using a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. 2 Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing with a fork until the dough holds together. Form into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
3. 3 Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
4. 4 In a heavy oven-proof skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in sugar and cook until it turns a golden caramel color, about 5 minutes.
5. 5 Arrange apple quarters in a circular pattern over the caramel in the skillet. Cook for an additional 10 minutes, occasionally basting the apples with the caramel.
6. 6 Remove dough from the refrigerator. Roll out on a lightly floured surface to a circle slightly larger than the skillet.
7. 7 Place dough over the apples, tucking in the edges around them. Make a few small slits in the dough to allow steam to escape.
8. 8 Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
9. 9 Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Carefully invert the tart onto a serving platter.
10. 10 Drizzle with vanilla extract before serving, if desired.