Name: Nectarine Almond Frangipane Tart
Cook time: 1 hr
Total time: 5 1D2 hr
Yield: Makes 8 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 3 tablespoons sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3/4 stick (6 tablespoons) cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest; 2 large egg yolks; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla; 1 1/2 teaspoons water; 7 to 8 oz almond paste (not marzipan or almond filling); 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened; 3 tablespoons sugar; 1/8 teaspoon almond extract; 2 large eggs; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 1/4 lb firm-ripe nectarines; 1/3 cup peach preserves; 2 tablespoons water; 1 tablespoon Disaronno Amaretto (optional); a pastry or bench scraper; an 11- by 8- by 1-inch rectangular or 11-inch round fluted tart pan with a removable bottom; pie weights or raw rice

This gorgeous dessert is a not-too-sweet symphony of nectarines and almonds. With its juicy fruit, creamy filling, and intense, slightly sticky glaze, all nestled into a crunchy, nutty crust, it would please any tart lover.

Cooks' notes:

· Pears, without almond crunch, can be roasted 1 day ahead and cooled completely, then chilled, covered (pears may discolor slightly). Reheat in a preheated 350°F oven, basting once with pan juices, 10 minutes.
· Almond crunch can be made 4 days ahead and kept in an airtight container at room temperature.

Recipe notes

The Only Frittata Recipe You’ll Ever Need

Keep this easy frittata recipe on hand for quick breakfasts, impressive brunches, and fridge clean-out meals.

23 Easy Pie Recipes for Low-Effort, High-Reward Desserts

There’s a reason they say, “easy as pie,” you know?

29 Ricotta Recipes for Dinner, Dessert, and More

Put that half-full tub to use with recipes that go beyond the Italian American classics.

Caramelized Onion Pasta

Turn humble onions into this thrifty yet luxe pasta dinner.

31 Cashew Recipes That Go Beyond the Snack Bowl

Like Sri Lankan cashew curry and vegan stuffed shells.

How to Thaw Fish Fast

The most efficient method takes less than an hour, but you might not even need it.

Béchamel Sauce

This classic 15-minute sauce is your secret weapon for homemade mac and cheese, chowder, lasagna, and more.

I Tried a Daily Wellness Drink for Better Digestion and Energy—Here's How It Went

A mix of turmeric, ginger, and milk thistle in Dose for Your Liver purports to support your liver health—but what does the research say?