Cranberry-Pear Crisp

"This is a very simple yet elegant dessert that I serve often. You can top with a dollop of whipped cream if you like. It can be made ahead and heated in the oven while you are enjoying your main course. Recipe from Sunset Magazine."
 
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Ready In:
1hr
Ingredients:
10
Serves:
8
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ingredients

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directions

  • In a bowl, mix flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.
  • With a mixer fitted with a paddle attachment on low speed, or with your fingers, mix or rub in butter until mixture forms coarse crumbs and begins to come together.
  • Stir in walnuts.
  • In a large bowl, mix pears, cranberries, and remaining 1/4 cup granulated sugar.
  • Divide fruit among 8-8 ounce ramekins or pour into a 9-inch square or round baking dish, spread level.
  • Top evenly with flour mixture.
  • Bake in a 375 degree oven until juices are bubbly, pears are tender when pierced, and topping is golden brown, 30- 35 minutes for ramekins, 40- 45 minutes for large crisp.

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I am a recent widow and am trying to find my way in life without my DH. I am blessed with many great friends and my sister and brothers who I love very much. I love to cook to entertain and feed my friends and family whenever I can. My interests are running, tennis and working out. I have a crazy little cat named Lucy who keeps me entertained - that is her picture you see on my page.
 
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