OLD-FASHIONED PEAR DESSERT

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This never-fails pear recipe turns out moist, firm and fruity every time. Some members of our family request these rich squares instead of cake for their birthdays.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
5 tablespoons sugar, divided
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup cold butter, cubed
3 egg yolks
4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
FILLING:
1/2 cup sugar
4 tablespoons cornstarch, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 cup water
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
5 cups chopped peeled ripe pears

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, 3 tablespoons sugar and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. In a small bowl, whisk egg yolks and lemon juice; stir into dry ingredients with a fork. Remove 1 cup to another bowl; stir in the remaining sugar and set aside for the topping. , Press remaining crumb mixture onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned., Meanwhile, for filling, combine the sugar, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, salt and cinnamon in a small saucepan; slowly stir in water and lemon juice until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in butter and vanilla., Toss pears with remaining cornstarch; spoon over crust. Top with filling. Sprinkle with reserved topping. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until filling is bubbly and topping is lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430 calories, Fat 20g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 511mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Oboy Solo
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This dessert is a winner! It's easy to make, delicious, and looks impressive. I will definitely be making this again.


Malu Chy
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This dessert is so delicious and elegant. It's perfect for a special occasion.


Selah Hernandez
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I love that this dessert can be made ahead of time. It makes it so easy to entertain guests. I usually make it the day before and then just pop it in the oven when I'm ready to serve it.


Lhahin Ahmed
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This dessert is a great way to use up leftover pears. I always have a few pears that are about to go bad, and this dessert is the perfect way to use them up.


The role play Family
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I'm not usually a fan of pear desserts, but this one is amazing. The pears are perfectly tender and the sauce is so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Isabelle Wallis
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This dessert is so moist and flavorful. The pears are cooked to perfection and the sauce is rich and decadent.


Op Profesxxer
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I love the combination of pears and spices in this dessert. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


KHK Kilar
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This dessert is so easy to make, but it looks like you spent hours on it. It's perfect for impressing your guests without having to do a lot of work.


jay Kiplagat
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I made this dessert for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I even had people asking me for the recipe.


Braxton T
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This dessert is perfect for a fall gathering. The pears are in season and the spices give it a warm and cozy flavor. I love serving it with a cup of coffee or tea.


Among Us
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I'm always looking for new and interesting dessert recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique, delicious, and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Pana sha
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This dessert is so versatile. You can use different types of pears, different spices, and even different types of sauce. I've made it with red wine sauce, caramel sauce, and even chocolate sauce. It's always delicious.


B2 World
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I love that this dessert can be made ahead of time. It makes it so easy to entertain guests. I usually make it the day before and then just pop it in the oven when I'm ready to serve it.


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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I've made it for potlucks, dinner parties, and even just for a weeknight dessert. It's always a hit.


ghazl haj
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I'm not a big fan of pears, but I loved this dessert. The pears were cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Brief Box
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This dessert is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.


michael dicarlo
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I added a bit of cinnamon and nutmeg to the sauce and it gave it a really nice flavor. I also served the dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and it was heavenly!


Khan Rafi
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I used Bosc pears for this recipe and they turned out great. The dessert was easy to make and it looked very impressive when I served it to my guests.


Rizwanullah Bin Zafar
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This pear dessert was a hit with my family! The pears were perfectly tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.