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Add a photoThis is a great pie that is comparable to an apple pie, but it doesn't seem as sweet. The pears and cinnamon work wonderful together. Add some whipped cream for a perfect amount of extra subtle sweetness.
Bosc pears work best for winter season. For a more complex flavor, use a few different types of pears or a different pear for the season.
Note, try to use softer/ripe pears. Any pears that are not fully ripe or hard won't soften up in the baking process.
Ingredients
- 1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 5 cups peeled and sliced pears
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Directions
- Combine sugar, flour, salt, cinnamon, and lemon rind in mixing bowl.
- Arrange pears in layers in a 9 inch pastry lined pan, sprinkling sugar mixture over each layer. Dot with butter. Sprinkle with lemon juice.
- Roll out remaining dough; cut slits for escape of steam. Moisten rim of bottom crust. Place top crust over filling. Fold edge under bottom crust, pressing to seal. Flute edge.
- Bake at 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) for 10 minutes. Reduce temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), and bake for an additional 35 to 40 minutes.
- For a golden crust, mix one egg white and teaspoon of sugar. Glaze the top of the pie 10 minutes before removing from the oven. Keep a close eye as to not over burn the crust.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 104g | |
| Recipe makes 8 servings | |
| Calories 141 | |
| Calories from Fat 26 | 18% |
| Total Fat 2.9g | 4% |
| Saturated Fat 1.25g | 5% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium 112mg | 5% |
| Potassium 112mg | 3% |
| Total Carbs 28.98g | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.8g | 9% |
| Sugars 20.33g | 14% |
| Protein 1.46g | 2% |
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September 29, 2010
By far, the best pie recipe you'll ever taste.I've cooked/tasted this recipe!
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