"Inspired by their pastry training at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris, chefs Eric Bromberg and Bruce Bromberg developed this holiday version of a traditional apple pie, with rum and dried cranberries added to boost the flavor...."
INGREDIENTS
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Cream Cheese Pastry, made without the spices
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1 large egg yolk, lightly beaten
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8 medium Granny Smith apples (about 3 1/2 pounds)—peeled, halved and cored
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 vanilla bean, split
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1/4 cup dark brown sugar
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1/2 cup aged rum
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1 banana, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
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1/3 cup dried cranberries
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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1/4 cup apricot preserves, melted and strained
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Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, for serving