"I remember my mom making this pie when I was growing up. I make several while I have fresh pears from the family tree, then freeze them for later. One taste tester declared it “the best pear pie I have ever eaten.” —Paula Hoffman, Plainview, Nebraska..."
INGREDIENTS
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Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)
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1/3 cup sugar
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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6 cups sliced peeled fresh pears
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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TOPPING:
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3 tablespoons sugar
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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4-1/2 teaspoons cold butter
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1/3 cup flaked coconut