FALL PEAR PIE

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A wide slice of this festive fruity pie is a great end to a delicious meal. The mellow flavor of pears is a refreshing alternative to the more common pies for the holidays. It's nice to serve a dessert that's a little unexpected. -Ken Churches, Kailua-Kona, HI

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 cups thinly sliced peeled pears
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup quick-cooking tapioca
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Pastry for double-crust pie (9 inches)
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the pears, sugar, tapioca and nutmeg; let stand for 15 minutes. , Line a pie plate with bottom crust; add pear mixture. Roll out remaining pastry to fit top of pie. Place over filling; seal and flute edges. Cut large slits in top. Brush with egg., Bake at 375° for 55-60 minutes or until the pears are tender. Remove to a wire rack. Pour cream through slits if desired. Cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 208mg sodium, Carbohydrate 75g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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