If you've got apples, throw out the coffeecake scheme and get your elbows into something you could do with the Gentleman Caller's help. I urge with the same fervor as I do a hat for my head to block unfriendly spells that you go all out! Think higher power. Try making a classic French Tarte Tatin.
Start by watching Julia Child make La Tarte Tatin and you'll sympathize with her at the moment she goes to, no, I won't spoil the reveal. After watching and then gathering your apples, get into the book I've mentioned, "The Village Baker's Wife," where Gayle and Joe Ortiz recommend starting out making small ones (4- to 6-inch) to get the feel of this tarte, page 277.
You can also find guidance from the book "Baking With Julia," based on the PBS series hosted by Child, which has a variation called the French Apple Tart that doesn't involve flipping the contents. Flip tends to produce flop in my kitchen.
I am always radiant with smile when presented with a recipe mentioning the word "carmelize." You have a sweet opportunity waiting for you. Get out your beret, and bon chance!
Gotta love Julia!
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