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Almond Pear Tart

Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)
3/4 cup plus 2 teaspoons sugar, divided
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups sliced peeled fresh pears (about 4 medium)
3 tablespoons sliced almonds

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.

Printed from tasteofhome.com Jul 25, 2008

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