pear and cheddar tart
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I had some lovely D'Anjou pears left from a dinner party and wanted to make a pear and gorgonzola tart, but didn't have any gorgonzola on hand. I substituted cheddar and added pine nuts for a bit of a different kick. I've served this to guests at both our B&Bs, and it's been a big hit so far!
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Ingredients For pear and cheddar tart
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1pillsbury refrigerated pie crust
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1/4 csugar
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2eggs
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1 tspvanilla
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1/4 cpine nuts
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4 ozsliced or shredded cheddar cheese
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1-2 mdd'anjou pears, peeled and sliced
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2 Tbspbutter, melted
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1 Tbspsugar
How To Make pear and cheddar tart
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1Prick the crust with a fork. Blind bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes. Allow to cool completely.
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2Whisk together the eggs, 1/4 c. sugar, and vanilla. Pour evenly into bottom of cooled crust.
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3Spread pine nuts on top of egg mixture.
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4Layer sliced or shredded cheese over egg mixture and nuts.
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5Spread pears in a circular pattern from the outer edge to the center, overlapping slightly.
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6Top evenly with melted butter and sugar.
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7Bake at 375 degrees 35-45 minutes. Allow to cool completely. Slice into 8 pieces and serve.
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