Grated Apple Pie

During apple season we go to the orchard and we buy bags of apples. What a difference between freshly picked and supermarket bought apples! I make tarts, cakes, compotes and we keep a lot for lunches. This is the family favorite apple tart. I usually make 2 of them because they disappear so quickly!

Serves: 8

Ingredients
Dough :
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 cup butter (softened)
4 tablespoon granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 tablespoon sour cream
Zest of 1 lemon

Toping :
8 apples
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar

11 inches (27 cm) pie pan with a removable bottom, if possible.

Directions

1. Mix the flour and baking powder in a bowl.
2. Make a well in the centre and add the eggs, sugar, butter and zest. Mix well. You should have a slightly sandy dough.
3. Roll out on a lightly floured surface and transfer to the pan pressing up the sides.
4. Pre-heat the oven to 375 F (190 C), with the rack in the middle position.
5. Peel, core and grate the apples, not too fine. Add some lemon juice to prevent oxidation. Mix in the sugars.
6. Fill the tart shell with the mixture, pressing lightly.
7. Pull down any excess dough onto the apples.
8. Spray 1-2 tablespoons of granulated sugar on top for more colour.
9. Bake for about 1 hour until the crust is golden brown.