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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 50 Minutes |
Ready In: 70 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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When our family is invited to holiday gatherings, this pie usually comes with us. The recipe is very versatile. You can make it with a double crust or replace the pears with baking apples. Serve it with ice cream or whipped topping. Ingredients:
pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches) |
2 tablespoons king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1/2 cup maple syrup |
2 tablespoons butter, melted |
5 cups sliced peeled fresh pears |
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries |
topping: |
1/2 cup king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1/4 cup packed brown sugar |
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
1/3 cup cold butter, cubed |
1/2 cup chopped walnuts |
Directions:
1. Line a 9-in. pie plate with pastry; trim and flute edges. Set aside. In a large bowl, combine the flour, syrup and butter until smooth. Add pears and cranberries; toss to coat. Spoon into crust.
2. For topping, combine the flour, brown sugar and cinnamon; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in walnuts. Sprinkle over filling.
3. Cover edges of crust loosely with foil to prevent overbrowning. Bake at 400° for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°. Remove foil; bake 35-40 minutes longer or until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly. Cool on a wire rack. Yield: 6-8 servings.
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