Peach Melba Tart

Peaches and raspberries complement one another beautifully in this rustic tart.

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Ingredients

1. For the Pastry
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3. 1 recipe pie Crust
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5. For the Peaches and Cream Filling
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7. 5 large ripe peaches, peeled and sliced
8. 1/2 to 3/4 cup (3 1/2 to 5 1/4 ounces) sugar (the riper the fruit, the less sugar necessary)
9. 1/8 teaspoon ascorbic acid or 1 teaspoon lemon juice
10. 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon (3/4 ounce) flour
11. 1/2 cup (4 ounces) heavy cream
12. 1large egg
13. 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
14. 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
15. 1 quart fresh raspberries
16. Sparkling sugar

Directions

1. Peel and slice the peaches.
2. Whisk together 1/4 cup of the sugar, the ascorbic acid, and 1 tablespoon of Signature Secrets or flour (or 1 1/2 teaspoons Instant ClearJel), then mix with the peaches and set aside. Roll the pie crust dough into a 14- to 15-inch circle to fit an 11- to 12-inch tart pan or baking dish. Place it into the pan.
3. Stir together the cream, the remaining sugar and thickener, the egg, nutmeg and vanilla; spread over the bottom of the crust. Place the peaches onto the cream filling, arranging them in concentric circles. Spoon any juice from the bowl over the peaches. Fold the edges of the crust in toward the center.
4. Bake the tart in a preheated 425°F oven for 20 minutes. Reduce the oven heat to 375°F; tent the edges of the tart with foil, and bake for an additional 30 to 35 minutes. Cool at least 20 minutes before serving. If pie won't be served right away, refrigerate it, and then bring to room temperature before serving. Just before serving, sprinkle with fresh berries and sugar. This is best served the same day.
5. Yield: One 11- to 12-inch tart, 12 servings.

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