French apple pie has nothing to do with its American patriotic cousin from the state of Vermont. In France, apple pie is called “Tarte aux pommes,” and it is more of a tart than a pie. The difference is that a pie usually has another layer covering the filling, while tarts leave it open. It is a classic; every French family has its own grandma recipe, and there are many variations: Tarte aux Pommes, Tarte Tatin, Tarte Normande, etc. To vary, you can also use a different tart crust such as a pâte brisée, pâte feuilletée, pâte sablée, etc.
Tarts are a popular staple in French households, both sweet and savory, from Tarte aux oignons, Tarte aux champignons, to Tarte au citron. There are hundreds of variations of tart recipes with vegetables, cheeses, meats, and, of course, fruits!
Today we’ll enjoy a simple Tarte aux Pommes courtesy of this YouTube video ( one of my favorite and easiest recipes)
6 apples
100g / 4oz butter
80g/ 3oz brown sugar
Choose your favorite “pâte ” or pie crust recipe
A vos tartes!
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