Nice idea using the halves. Sometimes slices can be overwhelmed by the sweetness of the caramel. This is one of those dishes we associate with a place, the long closed Au Tatin in the Marais neighborhood of Paris--on a bitterly cold, snow-wept January night when nothing could warm you except a Calvados and a slice of Tatin. Nice story about the family.
This is such a beautiful dessert with an interesting history. I have always been a bit intimidated by the process, especially after watching Julia Child make one years ago! Nothing stopped her!
There was me, thinking that "Tatin" was simply another French word for apple, like pomme, only maybe in a regional dialect. 😂 Seriously, tres magnifique, and since I loaded up at the orchard today, I'll look forward to making it!
Love it! 😂🍎 I say we start using ‘Tatin’ for any apple used to make the tart 😉 Ooh, definitely you will like this, Annette (I hope) I thought the crust was so easy and perfect - And saving the step of peeling, plus the extra texture was great. Let me know how it goes!
Mais d'accord! Which is hopefully the right French or Madame Gibson, the terrifying Parisian who taught me, will spin in her grave. I have a ton of apples (maybe not wise....) so this is on the list....
What a cute anecdote! I suppose necessity is the mother of (delicious) invention! Such lovely photos, too—I was transported to France for a moment 😊 A fun read as always, Jolene!
Oh, just when I was thinking it was time to write about apples, you post about this wonderful dessert! So glad to learn about the Tatin sisters and to have a new recipe to try for all the fall and winter holidays!
Gorgeous post, Jolene! Tarte Tatin is one of my favorites. I’ve never tried making it but looks like I’ll be adding another apple dessert to my To Bake list!
Nice idea using the halves. Sometimes slices can be overwhelmed by the sweetness of the caramel. This is one of those dishes we associate with a place, the long closed Au Tatin in the Marais neighborhood of Paris--on a bitterly cold, snow-wept January night when nothing could warm you except a Calvados and a slice of Tatin. Nice story about the family.
What a beautiful description, thank you, I felt like I was in Paris for a moment ! 💕
This is such a beautiful dessert with an interesting history. I have always been a bit intimidated by the process, especially after watching Julia Child make one years ago! Nothing stopped her!
She was fearless! This recipe was pretty easy to make, Pam, let me know if you try it! 🍎
There was me, thinking that "Tatin" was simply another French word for apple, like pomme, only maybe in a regional dialect. 😂 Seriously, tres magnifique, and since I loaded up at the orchard today, I'll look forward to making it!
Love it! 😂🍎 I say we start using ‘Tatin’ for any apple used to make the tart 😉 Ooh, definitely you will like this, Annette (I hope) I thought the crust was so easy and perfect - And saving the step of peeling, plus the extra texture was great. Let me know how it goes!
Mais d'accord! Which is hopefully the right French or Madame Gibson, the terrifying Parisian who taught me, will spin in her grave. I have a ton of apples (maybe not wise....) so this is on the list....
You made me drool all over...
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Love this...and love Tart Tatin!
Hi, Jamie! I love it, too! ❤️
What a cute anecdote! I suppose necessity is the mother of (delicious) invention! Such lovely photos, too—I was transported to France for a moment 😊 A fun read as always, Jolene!
Thanks, Sam! Made me want to visit La Maison Tatin and sit in the tea room with a slice of Tarte! :)
Interesting history lesson on a beautiful dessert. Now, I think I must take a trip to the orchard!
Thank you, Amanda, also YES! on going to the orchard! 🍎
Oh, just when I was thinking it was time to write about apples, you post about this wonderful dessert! So glad to learn about the Tatin sisters and to have a new recipe to try for all the fall and winter holidays!
Just read your beautiful post, Ruth, there can never be enough apple desserts! 🍎 (and thank you for the shout-out ☺️)
Tarte Tatin is a favorite! Thank you, Jolene
Me too, Anne! Loved your Big Apple 🍎 post and the link to your Tarte Tatin post - I want to try it with puff pastry (that I buy 😂!)
Gorgeous post, Jolene! Tarte Tatin is one of my favorites. I’ve never tried making it but looks like I’ll be adding another apple dessert to my To Bake list!
Thank you, Kiki! I really loved this recipe, very straightforward and the pastry was really good! Love not having to peel the apples, too! 🍎
You have made me think about apple picking! Looks scrumptious Jolene. Thanks for the interesting background story.
Thank you, Vicki, this would be perfect for your fresh-picked apples 🍎:)
Sorry but found the history and tips but not the recipe.
Hi, Joan it’s linked within the history page, here you go: https://www.nationalgeographic.co.uk/travel/2018/11/how-make-it-felicity-cloakes-tarte-tatin-recipe
Also, scroll down and click ‘read more’ to get the recipe.
I’m so glad Fall has arrived, Amy! 🍎☺️