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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 2 |
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I pulled out this recipe one night when my husband was craving something sweet, and it was a big hit with both of us, writes Jennifer Class of Kirkland, Washington. It's a great last-minute dessert that almost melts in your mouth. Ingredients:
2 medium firm pears, peeled and sliced |
2 tablespoons brown sugar |
4-1/2 teaspoons butter |
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice |
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg |
topping: |
1/2 cup king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
2 tablespoons plus 1/2 teaspoon sugar, divided |
1/2 teaspoon baking powder |
1/8 teaspoon salt |
1/4 cup cold butter, cubed |
2 tablespoons water |
vanilla ice cream, optional |
Directions:
1. In a small saucepan, combine the first six ingredients. Cook and stir over medium heat for 5 minutes or until pears are tender. Pour into a greased 3-cup baking dish.
2. In a small bowl, combine the flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, baking powder and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in water. Sprinkle over pear mixture. Sprinkle with remaining sugar.
3. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into topping comes out clean and topping is lightly browned. Serve warm with ice cream if desired. Yield: 2 servings.
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