
A historical dessert from The White House cook book; a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home .. (1913).
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
Time to bake until paste loosens from the dish
Line shallow tin dish with puff paste, put in the jam
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roll out some of the paste, wet it lightly with the yolk of an egg beaten with a little milk, and a tablespoonful of powdered sugar
Cut it in narrow strips, then lay them across the tart, lay another strip around the edge, trim off outside
and bake in a quick oven
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
Puff pastry's hundreds of butter layers create steam pockets when baked at high heat, producing dramatic lift and flaky texture. The egg wash glaze (egg yolk with milk and sugar) contains proteins and sugars that undergo the Maillard reaction above 300°F, creating a glossy, golden-brown finish. Applying the lattice strips on top of the jam creates structural support that prevents the filling from bubbling over while allowing steam to escape through the openings.
The assembled unbaked tart can be frozen for up to 1 month. Place on a baking sheet and freeze until solid, then wrap tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Bake directly from frozen, adding 5-10 minutes to the baking time. The egg wash should be applied just before baking for best color.
Store baked tarts loosely covered at room temperature for up to 2 days. Do not refrigerate, as this will make the pastry soggy. The tart is best served the day it's baked when the pastry is at its crispest. Refresh in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes if needed.
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The assembled unbaked tart can be frozen for up to 1 month. Place on a baking sheet and freeze until solid, then wrap tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Bake directly from frozen, adding 5-10 minutes to the baking time. The egg wash should be applied just before baking for best color.
Store baked tarts loosely covered at room temperature for up to 2 days. Do not refrigerate, as this will make the pastry soggy. The tart is best served the day it's baked when the pastry is at its crispest. Refresh in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes if needed.