PEAR-ALMOND CRISP

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Pear-Almond Crisp image

Provided by Sara Rimer

Categories     dessert

Time 2h

Yield Ten servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 pounds Bosc Pears, cored and peeled
1/2 cup Poire William (pear brandy)
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup whole blanched almonds
1 3/4 cups flour
1 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup crushed amaretti cookies
2 1/2 pints chilled heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • Halve the pears and cut into 1/4-inch slices. Place the pear slices in a bowl, sprinkle with the brandy and sugar and gently stir with a wooden spoon to coat evenly. Set aside for 15 to 30 minutes.
  • Toast the almonds on a cookie sheet for 7 to 10 minutes or until evenly toasted. Remove and cool. Finely chop the almonds by hand.
  • In a mixing bowl combine the flour, brown sugar and cinnamon. Mix in the butter, working with your fingers until the mixture holds together and is crumbly. Stir in the chopped almonds and the crushed amaretti cookies. Set aside.
  • Place the pears and their juice in a 12-inch round porcelain tart pan. Spread the almond mixture evenly over them. Bake for 1 hour or until the pears are bubbling and the topping is golden brown. To serve, scoop out the hot crisp into individual dessert bowls and pour 1/2 cup of chilled heavy cream over each portion.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 868, UnsaturatedFat 22 grams, Carbohydrate 70 grams, Fat 61 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 36 grams, Sodium 66 milligrams, Sugar 40 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tom McInnes
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my crisp didn't turn out as good as I expected. The topping was too dry and the pears were still a bit hard. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Dipa Katwal
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This crisp was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar next time. Otherwise, it was a good recipe.


Petey Hayes
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I've made it with different fruits, but pears are my favorite. The almond topping is the perfect finishing touch.


Faqeera Gg
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This was my first time making a crisp, and I was pleasantly surprised at how easy it was. The recipe was clear and concise, and the results were delicious. I used fresh pears from my backyard, and they were the perfect addition to the crisp. The almo


Dani Bhai 2412
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I made this crisp for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The flavors were perfectly balanced and the texture was amazing. I will definitely be making this again!


srijana chhetri
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This crisp is the perfect fall dessert. The pears are sweet and juicy, and the almond topping is crispy and flavorful. I love that it's not too sweet, so it's a great dessert for people who don't like overly sweet dishes.


Julyssa Gutierrez
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my crisp didn't turn out as good as I expected. The pears were mushy and the topping was too dry. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Md Shakib Hasan
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This crisp was a bit too tart for my taste. I think I would use a sweeter variety of pears next time.


Michael Ball
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I love the combination of pears and almonds in this crisp. The oat topping is also very good. I would definitely make this again.


Wilvert Ortega
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This was the perfect dessert for a fall gathering. The pears were sweet and juicy, and the almond topping added a nice crunch. I served it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and it was a hit!


Nanyanzi Esther
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I made this crisp for my family and they loved it! The pears were perfectly tender and the almond topping was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Hoti Khan
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The pears and almonds are a perfect combination, and the oat topping is so crispy and delicious. I love that it's not too sweet, so it's a great dessert for people who don't l


SAHAND SALH
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my crisp didn't turn out as good as I expected. The topping was too dry and the pears were still a bit hard. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


tauheed ozair
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This crisp was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar next time. Otherwise, it was a good recipe.


EMANUEL12 LOL
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I've made it with different fruits, but pears are my favorite. The almond topping is the perfect finishing touch.


Sophia Avila
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This was my first time making a crisp, and I was pleasantly surprised at how easy it was. The recipe was clear and concise, and the results were delicious. I used fresh pears from my backyard, and they were the perfect addition to the crisp. The almo


Thalia Hernandez
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I made this crisp for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The flavors were perfectly balanced and the texture was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Steve reyes
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This pear almond crisp was a delightful treat! The combination of sweet pears, crunchy almonds, and a buttery oat topping was simply irresistible. I followed the recipe exactly and the results were perfect. The crisp was golden brown and bubbly, and