Fruit Tart Recipe
A crisp tart filled with creamy custard and topped with fresh fruits.
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Ingredients
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Tart Crust
Method
Preparation Directions
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Make the Tart Crust
In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in cold water, a tablespoon at a time, until the dough holds together. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
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Prepare the Custard Filling
In a saucepan, heat milk and sugar over medium heat until sugar dissolves. In a bowl, whisk together egg yolks and cornstarch. Gradually add hot milk mixture to egg mixture, whisking constantly. Return to saucepan and cook until thickened. Stir in vanilla and butter. Let it cool.
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Assemble the Tart
Pour the cooled custard into the baked tart shell. Arrange the fresh fruits on top as desired. Chill the tart in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.