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Pear-Nut Biscuits
 
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Ready In: 35 Minutes
Servings: 10
Pears bring a mild sweetness to these tender biscuits, while chopped pecans lend a little crunch. These are great for an on-the-go breakfast.
Ingredients:
1-3/4 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons cold butter
1 egg
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
1 cup chopped peeled ripe pears
1/4 cup chopped pecans
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Whisk egg and cream; stir into crumb mixture just until moistened. Fold in pears and pecans. Drop by 1/4 cupfuls onto an ungreased baking sheet.
2. Bake at 400° for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm. Yield: 10 biscuits.
By RecipeOfHealth.com