Classic Pear Crisp

Ingredients and Weight:

• 700g ripe pears, peeled, cored, and sliced
• 150g all-purpose flour
• 100g packed light brown sugar
• 100g granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 113g unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 35-45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the pears, flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Toss to coat.
3. Spread the pear mixture evenly into a 9x13-inch (23x33-cm) baking dish.
4. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, salt, and cold butter. Use your fingers or a pastry blender to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
5. Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the pear mixture.
6. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the pears are tender.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per serving
• Carbohydrates: 55g
• Fat: 16g
• Protein: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Warm, comforting, and satisfying
• Perfectly balanced sweetness with a hint of spice
• Crispy and golden-brown crumb topping
• Tender and juicy pears

User Comments:

• "This is the best pear crisp I've ever had! The flavors are perfect, and the topping is to die for."
• "I made this for a dinner party and everyone raved about it. It's a keeper!"
• "The perfect autumn dessert that's both easy to make and delicious."
• "I love the combination of pears and spices. This crisp is a true classic."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use ripe pears for the best flavor and texture.
• If you don't have a pastry blender, you can use two forks to work the butter into the flour mixture.
• Don't overmix the crumb topping, as this will make it tough.
• Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.