PEAR AND GINGER CRISP WITH SPICED WHIPPED CREAM

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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.

Provided by MarieRynr

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

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

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375*F.
  • Toast the pecans in the oven for about 8 mintues, then set aside.
  • When cool enough to handle, chop coarsely.
  • In a bowl, mix the flour, brownsugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon and a pinch of salt.
  • Using a spoon, slowly stir in the butter.
  • Add the pecans.
  • In another bowl, mix the ginger, lemon juice, sugar and a pinch of salt.
  • Mix in the sliced pears.
  • Turn into a 2-2 1/2 QT baking dish and cover with the topping mixture.
  • Bake until the topping is crisp and pears are soft when tested with the tip of a knife, about 40 minutes.
  • Whip the cream, then beat in the sugar and spices.
  • Serve with the warm crisp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 583.7, Fat 33.2, SaturatedFat 17.1, Cholesterol 84.9, Sodium 26.3, Carbohydrate 72.7, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 43.9, Protein 4.7

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