French Pear Pie With Brown Sugar Topping Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish.
• STEP 2.In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1 cinnamon stick, and 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
• STEP 3.Peel, core, and slice 4 ripe pears. Add the pear slices to the syrup and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the pears are tender.
• STEP 4.In a separate bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of brown sugar, 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour, and 1/4 cup of melted butter until crumbly.
• STEP 5.Arrange the cooked pear slices in the pie crust and sprinkle the brown sugar topping evenly over the pears.
• STEP 6.Bake the pie for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the topping is bubbly.
• STEP 7.Allow the pie to cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.

Cooking Tips

• Choose ripe but firm pears for the best texture in the pie.
• You can use a store-bought pie crust or make your own from scratch.
• For added flavor, you can add a splash of vanilla extract or a pinch of ground cloves to the syrup.
• If the pie crust starts to brown too quickly, cover it with aluminum foil to prevent burning.

Storage and Serving

• This French Pear Pie is best served warm, straight from the oven.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
• To reheat the pie, place it in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes.
• Serve the reheated pie with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream for a delightful dessert.