Cheddar Pear Pie
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 10 min. Bake: 25 min. + cooling
YIELD: 8 servings.
I take this pie to lots of different gatherings, and I make sure to have copies of the recipe with me since people always ask for it. It's amusing to see some folks puzzling over what's in the filling - they expect apples but love the subtle sweetness of the pears.
-Cynthia LaBree, Elmer, New Jersey
Ingredients
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4 large ripe pears, peeled and thinly sliced
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1/3 cup sugar
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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1/8 teaspoon salt
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1 frozen pie shell (9 inches)
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TOPPING:
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup sugar
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 cup butter, melted
Directions
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1.
In a large bowl, combine the pears, sugar, cornstarch and salt; toss gently to coat. Pour into pie shell.
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2.
For topping, combine the cheese, flour, sugar and salt; stir in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over filling.
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3.
Bake at 425° for 25-35 minutes or until crust is golden brown and cheese is melted. Cool on a wire rack for 15-20. Serve warm. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts
1 slice: 346 calories, 15g fat (8g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 311mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein.
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