Strawberry tart in an almond nut crust

Total Time
1 hour 10 minutes
Rating
5(10)
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Ingredients

Yield:TK

    The Nut Crust

    • 5ounces finely ground blanched almonds
    • ÂĽpound unsalted butter, at room temperature
    • 4tablespoons sugar
    • 1½cups flour
    • 1small egg, beaten
    • ½teaspoon vanilla extract

    The Filling

    • 3pints of perfect, ripe strawberries, approximately
    • 1six-ounce jar of red-currant jelly
    • 1tablespoon plain gelatin
    • ÂĽcup Grand Marnier
    • Nasturtium flowers for garnish, optional
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Nutritional analysis per serving (12 servings)

296 calories; 15 grams fat; 5 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 6 grams monounsaturated fat; 2 grams polyunsaturated fat; 35 grams carbohydrates; 4 grams dietary fiber; 16 grams sugars; 6 grams protein; 15 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Mix all the crust ingredients together until well blended.

  2. Step 2

    Press into a nine-inch tart pan with a removable bottom, taking care to keep the thickness of the crust uniform.

  3. Step 3

    Chill for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until a light golden color. Cool before filling.

  4. Step 4

    To assemble, hull the berries and arrange them upside down in the tart shell.

  5. Step 5

    Prepare a glaze by melting the jelly, gelatin and Grand Marnier in a saucepan. Stir over low heat until mixture is clear. Spoon or brush over the berries.

  6. Step 6

    Decorate the tart with bright orange nasturtium flowers.

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