Pear and Ginger Crisp With Spiced Whipped Cream |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 40 Minutes |
Ready In: 55 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This classic pear crisp is enlivened by freshly grated ginger. The toasted pecan topping is good enough to stand on it's own. A fragrant dollop of whipped cream infused with cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg is a delicious addition when serving. Ingredients:
1/2 cup pecans |
1 cup flour |
1/2 cup light brown sugar |
4 teaspoons granulated sugar |
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
salt, see instructions |
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened |
1 1/2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger |
2 lemons, juice of |
2 tablespoons granulated sugar |
6 medium pears, peeled,cored and cut lengthwise in 1/2 inch slices |
1 cup heavy cream |
1 tablespoon sugar |
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger |
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 375*F.
2. Toast the pecans in the oven for about 8 mintues, then set aside.
3. When cool enough to handle, chop coarsely.
4. In a bowl, mix the flour, brownsugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon and a pinch of salt.
5. Using a spoon, slowly stir in the butter.
6. Add the pecans.
7. In another bowl, mix the ginger, lemon juice, sugar and a pinch of salt.
8. Mix in the sliced pears.
9. Turn into a 2-2 1/2 QT baking dish and cover with the topping mixture.
10. Bake until the topping is crisp and pears are soft when tested with the tip of a knife, about 40 minutes.
11. Whip the cream, then beat in the sugar and spices.
12. Serve with the warm crisp.
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