DIRECTIONS
Roll out pastry into a 10-in. circle. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. In a large bowl, combine 3/4 cup sugar and flour; add pears and toss to coat. Place in center of pastry; spread to within 2 in. of edges. Fold edges up and slightly crimp. Sprinkle with remaining sugar.
Bake at 450° for 15 minutes or until pears are tender. Sprinkle with almonds; bake 5 minutes longer. Cool slightly before cutting into wedges. Yield: 8 servings.