Almond Custard & Fig Tart
"Fresh figs have a very short season in early fall. This tart celebrates the simple sweet perfection of autumn's favorite fruit baked in a classic tart with an almond custard...."
INGREDIENTS
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tart shell (recipe below)
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almond cream (recipe below)
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2 to 3 pints fresh figs, cut in halves and quarters
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Tart shell:
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8 oz unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup sugar
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¼ teaspoon salt
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2 eggs
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3 cups all purpose flour
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Almond custard:
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¾ cup sugar
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¼ teaspoon salt
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4 oz unsalted butter, softened
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3 eggs
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1 cup almond flour
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2 tablespoons rum
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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¼ cup unblanched sliced almonds
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