RECIPES

3.Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least one hour.

STREUSEL CRUMBLE (OPTIONAL)

1.In a small bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Cut in the butter by hand or use a pastry cutter. Ensure this mixture is crumbly.

2.Cover with plastic wrap and keep refrigerated until ready to use.

PREPARE THE APPLES

1.Peel and core the apples. Slice them in half and then into ¼ inch slices. Toss them in a bowl with sugar, cinnamon, corn starch and salt.

ASSEMBLE THE GALETTE

1.Dust a working surface and rolling pin with flour. If necessary, allow the dough to sit at room temperature for

10 minutes until it is soft enough to roll.

2.Roll the dough into a 16-inch (40 cm) circle. Slip an 11-inch (28 cm) round baking pan underneath the dough; centered. Arrange the apple mixture onto the center of the rolled pastry (with the pan underneath). Carefully lift and fold over the edges towards the center, allowing it to pleat. The dough is not intended to reach the center; therefore, exposing the apples in the middle.

3.Sprinkle the exposed apples with

the reserved streusel topping (optional).

4.Brush the edges of the pastry with cream or milk and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar.

5.Set the wire rack at the bottom rack height position. Turn the FUNCTION dial to BAKE. Set the temperature to 400˚F (205˚C) and the TIME to

20 minutes. Press START/CANCEL button to activate.

6.Bake the Apple Galette until the time has elapsed. Turn the heat down to 350˚F (175˚C) and bake for an additional 40 minutes or until the crust is golden.

7.Allow to cool before serving.

Serve wedges of the Apple Galette with a scoop of French Vanilla Ice Cream.

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Breville BOV450XL manual Streusel Crumble Optional, Prepare the Apples, Assemble the Galette

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