ALSATIAN PEAR KUGEL WITH PRUNE COMPOTE (JOAN NATHAN)
This sweet & savoury bread pudding has sautéed onions, pears, prunes, and a compote on top and it's absolutely delicious and very easy to make. The recipe is from Joan Nathan's fabulous new cookbook, "Quiches, Kugels, and Couscous: My Search for Jewish Cooking in France". Note: You can make this kugel using only prunes or plums in place of the pears, and use them in the sauce as well.
Provided by blucoat
Categories Pears
Time 1h50m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 F, and grease a 9-inch springform pan with 2 Tbs. of the oil. Peel pears and cut all but one of them into 1-inch cubes.
- Heat remaining 3 Tbs. of the oil over medium-high heat in a skillet. Lightly sauté onions until they are translucent. Remove from heat, salt lightly and allow them to cool slightly.
- Soak bread for a few seconds in lukewarm water, and squeeze dry. Put in large bowl and, using wooden spoon or spatula, mix with 1⁄4 cup of the sugar and the butter or parve margarine. Stir in eggs, onions and half of the diced pears, setting aside remaining pears for the sauce.
- Pour batter into the springform pan, and bake for 1 1⁄2 to 1 3⁄4 hours.
- While the kugel is cooking, make the sauce. In a heavy saucepan set over medium-high heat, put 1 cup water, the remaining 1⁄2 cup sugar, the prunes, cinnamon, lemon juice and the remaining diced pears. Cook this compote mixture uncovered for 30 minutes.
- Finely grate the reserved whole pear and stir it into the cooked compote.
- When the kugel is done, remove from oven and set on a rack to cool for about 20 minutes. Unmold from the pan onto a serving platter, and spoon half of the compote over it. Serve the remaining compote on the side.
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Abel Siko
[email protected]This kugel is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it! It's a delicious and unique dish that's sure to impress your guests.
Kiyrah Fox
[email protected]I love the unique flavor of this kugel. It's a great dish to serve for a special occasion.
Shishir Bindu
[email protected]This kugel is a great way to use up leftover pears. It's also a great make-ahead dish.
Simama Ndalo
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of prunes, but I loved the prune compote in this recipe. It was the perfect accompaniment to the kugel.
Jayronishka Swanepoel
[email protected]This kugel is a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar next time.
Lemonade Boikanyo
[email protected]I love the unique flavor of this kugel. The combination of pears, almonds, and spices is delightful.
Zubai Ali
[email protected]This kugel is a great make-ahead dish. I often make it the night before and then reheat it for breakfast or brunch.
Sadikur Rahman Rahul
[email protected]I've made this kugel several times and it's always a hit! It's a great way to use up leftover pears and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Jiger Jani
[email protected]This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it! The kugel is absolutely delicious and the prune compote is the perfect accompaniment.
SK BEATS MUSiC
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pears, but I loved this kugel! The almonds and spices really balance out the sweetness of the pears.
Adnan Aftab
[email protected]This kugel was a bit dry for my taste. I think I would add more butter or milk next time.
Md Mizjan
[email protected]I love the combination of pears and almonds in this kugel. It's a unique and delicious dish that's perfect for a special occasion.
Kamuli Rose
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pears. The kugel is easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Ava Templin
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the kugel turned out perfectly! It was moist and flavorful, and the prune compote was the perfect finishing touch.
Sanjeev Raee
[email protected]This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I can see how others might enjoy it. The prune compote was delicious, though.
Brandon Vega
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! My family and friends love the unique flavor and texture of the kugel. It's also a great way to use up leftover pears.
Frankiln Castaneda
[email protected]This Alsatian Pear Kugel was a delightful treat! The combination of pears, almonds, and spices created a wonderfully aromatic and flavorful dish. The prune compote added a touch of sweetness and tartness that perfectly complemented the kugel.