ALSATIAN PEAR KUGEL WITH PRUNES

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Alsatian Pear Kugel With Prunes image

Provided by Tara Parker-Pope

Categories     side dish

Time 3h15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 pounds ripe Bosc pears
2 small onions (about 1/2 pound), peeled and cut into 1-inch dice
Salt to taste
1/2 loaf bread (about 7 ounces), cubed
3/4 cup sugar
8 tablespoons butter or pareve margarine, melted
2 large eggs
2 cups pitted prunes
1 teaspoon cinnamon
Juice of 1 lemon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9-inch springform pan with 2 tablespoons of the oil.
  • Peel the pears and cut all but one of them into 1-inch cubes.
  • Heat the remaining 3 tablespoons of the oil over a medium-high heat in a skillet. Lightly sauté the onions until they are translucent. Remove from the heat and salt lightly, allowing them to cool slightly.
  • Soak the bread for a few seconds in lukewarm water and squeeze dry. Put in a large bowl, and, using a wooden spoon or spatula, mix with 1/4 cup of the sugar and the butter or pareve margarine. Stir in the eggs, onions and half of the diced pears, setting aside the remaining pears for the sauce.
  • Pour the batter into the spring form pan and bake for 2 hours.
  • While the kugel is cooking, make the sauce. In a heavy saucepan set over medium-high heat, put 1 cup of water, the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar, the prunes, cinnamon, lemon juice and the remaining diced pears. Cook this compote mixture uncovered for 30 minutes.
  • Finely grate the remaining pear and stir it into the cooked compote.
  • When the kugel is done, remove from the 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.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 529, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 80 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 632 milligrams, Sugar 50 grams, TransFat 1 gram

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This kugel is a must-try for any pear lover. It's a delicious and unique dessert that's perfect for any occasion.


Vanessa Torres
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I've never been a big fan of kugel, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so moist and flavorful, and the pears and prunes are a perfect addition.


Toha King38
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This kugel is a great way to use up ripe pears. It's also a delicious and healthy dessert.


Sumitra Bhakta
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I love the addition of cinnamon and nutmeg in this kugel. It gives it a warm and cozy flavor.


Momcilo Krstic
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This kugel is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe for beginner bakers.


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I love the way the pears and prunes caramelize in this kugel.


Harry Billy Nyondo
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This kugel is a perfect dessert for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Emon Sk
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I've made this kugel several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover pears.


Halim Uddin
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This kugel is so moist and flavorful. I love the way the spices complement the pears and prunes.


Brenda Lucky
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I love the combination of pears and prunes in this kugel. It's a unique and delicious dessert.


Zadran Halak
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This is my new favorite kugel recipe. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


John Kemp
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I made this kugel for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Bruk Desalegn
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This kugel is a perfect dessert for a fall gathering. The pears and prunes give it a warm and cozy flavor.


Mateeen Rashid
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I've never made a kugel before, but this recipe was easy to follow. The kugel turned out great and my family loved it.


Naseem Waheed
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This kugel is so moist and flavorful. I love the way the pears and prunes complement each other.


Malik ousaf Ousaf phull
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I wasn't sure how this kugel would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. It was delicious! The pears and prunes were a perfect combination.


Samke Nkala
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pears. I love the addition of prunes, which add a nice tartness to the kugel.


M Ali Bhatti
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I've made this kugel several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


JJ Johnson
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This Alsatian pear kugel with prunes was a hit at our dinner party. Everyone loved the combination of sweet and tart flavors. The kugel was also very moist and flavorful.