ALMOND-PEAR TART

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Instead of using pastry dough as the base of this tart, we stacked sheets of phyllo to create a crisp crust that is still sturdy enough to support a nut-and-fruit topping. For a different flavor profile, use skinned toasted hazelnuts in place of almonds, and apples instead of pears.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup sliced blanched almonds
1/4 cup sugar plus more for sprinkling
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon fine salt
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
6 sheets frozen phyllo dough, thawed
1/2 stick butter, melted
2 firm-ripe Bartlett pears, cut into 1/8-inch slices

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a food processor, pulse almonds, sugar, flour, and salt until finely ground. Add egg, vanilla, and nutmeg and process until combined.
  • Lay 1 sheet phyllo on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet, lightly brush with butter, and sprinkle with about 1/2 teaspoon sugar. (Keep extra phyllo covered while you work.) Stack remaining 5 sheets phyllo on top, brushing each with butter and sprinkling with sugar (omit sugar on last layer). Trim stack into an 11-by-15-inch rectangle. Spread almond mixture evenly on stack, leaving a 1-inch border. Arrange pears on top, overlapping slightly.
  • Bake until edges are golden and fruit is tender, about 18 minutes, rotating sheet halfway through. Let tart cool slightly on sheet on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g

Rengoku Hashira
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I'm not sure about this recipe. The combination of pears and almonds seems a bit strange to me.


Magar Tube
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This tart looks amazing! I can't wait to try it.


Joe Canavan
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I was really excited to try this recipe, but it didn't turn out as well as I'd hoped. The crust was a bit too dry and the filling was too runny.


Donnie Grimes
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great dessert for any occasion.


Usama Bhin
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I'm not a huge fan of pears, but this tart was surprisingly good. The almond crust was really what made it for me.


Ali Saber
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This tart was a bit too sweet for me, but I think that's just a personal preference. Otherwise, it was a great recipe and I would definitely make it again.


yaw congeegreen
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I love this recipe! It's so versatile. I've made it with different fruits and nuts, and it always turns out great. The almond crust is my favorite part.


Naseem Shah
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This tart was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The pears and almonds were a perfect combination. I will be making this again soon.


Shadowmane
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I made this tart for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about the flavor and texture. I will definitely be making this again.


Dinuka Akash
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This tart was a delight! The combination of sweet pears and nutty almonds was divine. The crust was flaky and buttery, and the filling was smooth and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe.