Almond cream for tarte; tarte aux pommes

• 6 tbsp butter
• 2/3 cup ground almonds
• 1/4 to 1/3 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 2 tbsp rum

Use a food processor; beat almonds, sugar, & butter together.  Add eggs, then, rum & vanilla.

Pour out into a container & refrigerate until ready to use.

Peel & slice apples that hold their shape:  Golden delicious, granny smith, fuji

Line a pan with pate brisee; spread a layer of almond cream.  Layer slices of apples.  Cook in a preheated 350 oven for 40-50 minutes (convection--also try 325 F for 40 minutes, up to 375 or 400 last 5-10 minutes).