DOUBLE-CRUST PEAR PIE

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Thanksgiving dinner guests will be pleasantly surprised to see this pretty dessert on the table instead of the usual apple pie. The amount of anise flavor is just right.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1-1/2 teaspoons crushed aniseed
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
5 cups thinly sliced peeled ripe pears (about 5 medium)
Pastry for double-crust pie (9 inches)
GLAZE:
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
2 to 3 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the sugar, cornstarch, lemon zest, aniseed and lemon juice. Add pears and toss gently. , Line a 9-in. pie plate with bottom pastry; trim even with edge of plate. Add filling. Roll out remaining pastry to fit top of pie; place over filling. Trim, seal and flute edges. Cut slits in top. , Bake at 400° for 40-45 minutes or until filling is bubbly and pears are tender. Cover edges with foil during the last 20 minutes to prevent overbrowning. Combine glaze ingredients; gently spread over hot pie. Cool completely on a wire rack. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 201mg sodium, Carbohydrate 70g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

hasan pappu
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I'm not a big fan of pears, but this pie was surprisingly good! The crust was flaky and the filling was sweet and gooey.


G_love
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This pie is a must-try! So delicious!


prince daniel
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Isha Anning
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Elizabeth Wiese
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This pie is a winner! The combination of pears and spices is perfect. I will definitely be making this pie again.


Josh Garcia
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This pear pie is amazing! The crust is so flaky and the filling is perfectly sweet and tart. I will definitely be making this pie again and again.


Tinashe Muzangaza
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The pie was delicious! I used fresh pears from my backyard and they were perfect. The crust was also very good. I will definitely be making this pie again.


rs shihab
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This pie was easy to make and turned out perfect! The crust was golden brown and flaky, and the filling was gooey and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Carl Landers
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I made this pie for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of the pears and the spices. I will definitely be making this pie again.


Shanzay Malik
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This pear pie is a delightful treat! The crust is flaky and buttery, and the filling is sweet and gooey. I loved the addition of the spices, which gave the pie a warm and inviting flavor.