PEAR-NUT BISCUITS

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Pears bring a mild sweetness to these tender biscuits, while chopped pecans lend a little crunch. These are great for an on-the-go breakfast. -Mary Ann Dell, Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 10 biscuits.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons cold butter
1 egg
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
1 cup chopped peeled ripe pears
1/4 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Whisk egg and cream; stir into crumb mixture just until moistened. Fold in pears and pecans. Drop by 1/4 cupfuls onto an ungreased baking sheet., Bake at 400° for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 307mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.