pear and cheddar tart

Name: Pear and Cheddar Tart
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 45 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 - pillsbury refrigerated pie crust; 1/4 cup(s) sugar; 2 - eggs; 1 teaspoon(s) vanilla; 1/4 cup(s) pine nuts; 4 ounce(s) sliced or shredded cheddar cheese; 1-2 medium d'anjou pears, peeled and sliced; 2 tablespoon(s) butter, melted; 1 tablespoon(s) sugar

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Michelle London

Gonzales, TX

Updated on Jan 23, 2012

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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prep time 40 Min

cook time 45 Min

method ---

yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

1 - pillsbury refrigerated pie crust
1/4 cup sugar
2 - eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 cup pine nuts
4 ounces sliced or shredded cheddar cheese
1-2 medium d'anjou pears, peeled and sliced
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon sugar

How To Make pear and cheddar tart

Step 1

Prick the crust with a fork. Blind bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes. Allow to cool completely.

Step 2

Whisk together the eggs, 1/4 c. sugar, and vanilla. Pour evenly into bottom of cooled crust.
Step 3

Spread pine nuts on top of egg mixture.
Step 4

Layer sliced or shredded cheese over egg mixture and nuts.
Step 5

Spread pears in a circular pattern from the outer edge to the center, overlapping slightly.
Step 6

Top evenly with melted butter and sugar.
Step 7

Bake at 375 degrees 35-45 minutes. Allow to cool completely. Slice into 8 pieces and serve.
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