Apple-Cranberry Tart

Plump the Cranberries: Place cranberries in a small bowl and cover with boiling water. Allow them to soak until they become plump, approximately 15 minutes. Drain thoroughly.

Prepare the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly coat a baking sheet with cooking spray to prevent sticking.

Spiralize the Apples: Cut a deep vertical slice in both sides of each apple. Attach 1 apple to a spiralizer fitted with the straight-flat blade; cut into thin half-slices according to manufacturer's instructions. Repeat with remaining apple.

Combine Fruits: In a mixing bowl, gently combine the plumped cranberries, spiralized apple slices, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Toss lightly to ensure even coating.

Spice Mix: In a separate bowl, whisk together the white sugar, cornstarch, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the apple-cranberry mixture, stirring gently to coat all the fruit.

Prepare the Crust: On a lightly floured work surface, roll out the prepared pie crust to a 10-inch round. Carefully transfer it to the prepared baking sheet.

Assemble the Tart: Spoon the apple-cranberry mixture into the center of the pie crust, leaving a 2-inch border around the edge. Gently lift the edges of the crust and fold them inward around the apple mixture, creating a rustic tart shape. Brush the crust edges with the beaten egg white and sprinkle generously with turbinado sugar.

Bake to Perfection: Place the tart in the preheated oven and bake until the apples are tender and the crust is beautifully golden brown, approximately 38 to 40 minutes. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.

Cool and Serve: Once baked, carefully transfer the tart to a serving plate. Allow it to cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy the harmonious blend of flavors and textures in every bite!