PEAR-PECAN CRISP WITH LEMON SAUCE

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"Pear-adise on a plate" is a great way to describe this fruity crisp. A lovely lemon custard sauce tastefully tops the tender pears and crunchy topping.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

5 cups sliced peeled ripe pears (about 5 medium)
1 tablespoon sugar
2/3 cup old-fashioned oats
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup cold butter
1/3 cup chopped pecans
SAUCE:
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 cup water
1 large egg yolk, beaten
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Place pears in a greased 8-in. cast-iron skillet or 8-in. square baking dish; sprinkle with sugar. In a small bowl, combine the oats, flour, brown sugar and cinnamon. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs; stir in pecans. Sprinkle over pears. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and water. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. , Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolk; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat; stir in the butter, lemon juice and zest. Serve with warm pear crisp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 103mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Monjourl
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This is one of my favorite desserts. It's easy to make and always a hit.


Zaigham Abbas
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I love the combination of pears, pecans, and lemon sauce. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Emma Igede
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out perfectly.


Kamran Haider
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This is a delicious and easy dessert to make. I highly recommend it!


idk lol
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I made this for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids went back for seconds. It's a great recipe for a family dessert.


Bhagratu Bhatta
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This is a great dessert for any occasion. It's perfect for a weeknight dessert or a special occasion. It's also a great way to use up ripe pears.


Pastor Paul Mosoito
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients and it comes together quickly. The results are always delicious.


hussein shabakji
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I've made this recipe several times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great way to use up ripe pears and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Isabella Garfias
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This is a great recipe for a fall dessert. The pears and pecans are a classic combination and the lemon sauce adds a nice touch of brightness.


Imran Rmlno
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about it and asked for the recipe. I'll definitely be making it again.


Aaron Cambell
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This was a delicious and easy dessert to make. I used fresh pears from my backyard and they were perfect. The lemon sauce was the perfect finishing touch.


Corday Spandiel
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I've tried many pear crisp recipes, but this one is by far the best. The pears are perfectly cooked and the pecan topping is divine. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Kai drolic
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This is one of my favorite desserts to make. It's easy, delicious, and always a hit. I highly recommend it!


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I made this for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids went back for seconds. It disappeared so fast, I'll definitely be making it again soon.


Farhan Siyal
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I was a bit skeptical about the lemon sauce, but it really works! It adds a nice zing to the dessert and balances out the sweetness of the pears and pecans.


Uswa Mubeen
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great way to use up ripe pears and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


CHEF BRIANz
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I love the contrast between the soft pears and the crispy pecan topping. The lemon sauce adds a nice touch of brightness and acidity. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Nevaeh Martinez
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This pear pecan crisp was a hit! The combination of sweet pears, crunchy pecans, and tangy lemon sauce was heavenly. It was easy to make and the results were impressive. My friends and family raved about it.