Cinnamon-Apple Crostata

Cinnamon-Apple Crostata
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This European-style tart is easily shaped on a cookie sheet and has an extra-cinnamony aroma while it bakes. Enjoy it warm from the oven.

Prep Time:
20 Min
Total Time:
1 Hr 20 Min
Makes:
8 servings
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INGREDIENTS
Crust
1Pillsbury® refrigerated pie crust (from 15-oz box), softened as directed on box
Filling
1/2cup sugar
4teaspoons cornstarch
2teaspoons ground cinnamon
4cups thinly sliced, peeled cooking apples (4 medium)
1teaspoon sugar
2tablespoons chopped pecans or walnuts
Topping
Whipped cream, if desired
DIRECTIONS
1.Heat oven to 450°F. Remove pie crust from pouch; place flat on ungreased cookie sheet.
2.In medium bowl, mix 1/2 cup sugar, the cornstarch and cinnamon. Gently stir in apples. Spoon apple mixture onto center of crust, spreading to within 2 inches of edge. Fold crust edge over filling to form 2-inch border, pleating crust as necessary. Brush crust edge with water; sprinkle with 1 teaspoon sugar.
3.Bake 15 minutes or until crust is golden brown. Sprinkle pecans over apple mixture. Bake 5 to 15 minutes longer or until apples are tender. Serve with whipped cream.