Apple Pecan Custard Tart

*** Happy Fourth of July! ***
Wishing you and yours a safe and fun holiday celebration.

Today's recipe is that classic American treat, apple pie...but with a twist: this is a quick and easy tart.


2 golden delicious apples, peeled, cored and sliced
1 9-inch unbaked pie shell
3 eggs
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1 cup coarsely-chopped pecans
1 tablespoon soft butter
Whipped cream
Pecan halves

Oven: 425/325 degrees

Arrange apple slices in pie shell. Beat eggs, add remaining ingredients, and mix well. Pour egg mixture over apples. Bake at 425 degrees for fifteen minutes. Reduce temperature to 325 degrees and bake another 40-45 minutes, or until custard is set. Serve warm, garnished with whipped cream and pecan halves.

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