BROWN SUGAR-PEAR TART

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A simple, tasty dessert that takes advantage of the pear harvest. The brown sugar-cinnamon taste and crisp crust make this a recipe to remember

Provided by Steve_G

Categories     Pie

Time 50m

Yield 1 tart, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 11 inch partially baked sweet tart crust
1 egg white
4 fresh pears, peeled
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons Gold Medal all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Line tart shell with parchment and bake with weights or beans for 10-12 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and brush with egg white while stil very hot.
  • Lower oven temp to 375 degrees.
  • Cut each pear lengthwise in half and remove core.
  • Place each pear half, cut side down, on cutting surface.
  • Cut crosswise into thin slices.
  • Lift each pear half with spatula and arrange on crust, separating and overlapping slices (retain pear shape) to cover surface of crust.
  • Mix remaining ingredients; sprinkle over pears.
  • Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until crust is golden brown and pears are tender.
  • Cool on a rack and serve warm.

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