Pear and Cheddar Tart
By
Michelle London
@innkeeperchef
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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!
Rating:
★★★★★ 1 vote
Serves:
8
Prep:
40 Min
Cook:
45 Min
Ingredients
- 1
- pillsbury refrigerated pie crust
- 1/4 c
- sugar
- 2
- eggs
- 1 tsp
- vanilla
- 1/4 c
- pine nuts
- 4 oz
- sliced or shredded cheddar cheese
- 1-2 medium
- d'anjou pears, peeled and sliced
- 2 Tbsp
- butter, melted
- 1 Tbsp
- sugar
How to Make Pear and Cheddar Tart
- 1Prick the crust with a fork. Blind bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes. Allow to cool completely.
- 2Whisk together the eggs, 1/4 c. sugar, and vanilla. Pour evenly into bottom of cooled crust.
- 3Spread pine nuts on top of egg mixture.
- 4Layer sliced or shredded cheese over egg mixture and nuts.
- 5Spread pears in a circular pattern from the outer edge to the center, overlapping slightly.
- 6Top evenly with melted butter and sugar.
- 7Bake at 375 degrees 35-45 minutes. Allow to cool completely. Slice into 8 pieces and serve.
About Pear and Cheddar Tart
Course/Dish: Fruit Desserts, Other Desserts
