Ingredients

• all-purpose flour - 1 ½ cups
• unsalted butter - ½ cup, chilled and diced
• granulated sugar - ¼ cup
• salt - ½ teaspoon
• ice water - 4-5 tablespoons
• apples - 4 cups, peeled and sliced
• brown sugar - ½ cup
• cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
• nutmeg - ¼ teaspoon
• lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• egg - 1, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

1. 1.

   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. 2.

   In a mixing bowl, combine flour, butter, sugar, and salt. Mix until crumbly.

3. 3.

   Add ice water gradually, mixing until a dough forms. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

4. 4.

   In another bowl, mix sliced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.

5. 5.

   Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit a tart pan.

6. 6.

   Place the rolled dough in the tart pan and trim the edges.

7. 7.

   Fill the crust with the apple mixture, spreading it evenly.

8. 8.

   Brush the edges of the crust with the beaten egg.

9. 9.

   Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the crust is golden.

10. 10.

    Let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your apple tart!