To make sure the flour tortilla crust is crisp and caramelized on the bottom, butter and sugar the underside before the pears are added to the top. The pears should be firm but ripe. Some of the ...

As much as I love apples for their straightforward, tart-sweet flavors and crisp, snappy texture, they are no match for pears. Pears are lush, fragrant and elegant. Take the tree-ripened local variety ...

We weren't sure whether this slightly sweet, slightly savory, very Ital-ian pear tart belonged best at brunch or des-sert. And then we realized it doesn't matter. Our fa-vorite items for either ...

This easy, free-form tart can be made with homemade or store-bought pie crust. In a large bowl toss the pear slices with the lemon juice. Sprinkle in the cornstarch, brown sugar and cinnamon and toss ...

If you love pears, you surely haven't missed one of the most classic recipes in French pastry: the Bourdaloue tart! The addition of pears will allow you to finish your meal on a note that is both ...

Pear and chocolate crostata is a really comforting dessert that brings those warm vibes—straight from an Italian kitchen—right to your table. You know, in Central Italy, they have this special knack ...

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. To make the filling, cream the almond paste and sugar together by mixing well in a large bowl. Add the butter and mix until smooth. Add the eggs and mix until smooth. Add ...

Sift flour, powered sugar, salt and baking powder, and add to mixing bowl with paddle attachment. Add butter and mix on medium speed until mealy. Add egg and once dough begins to come together, add ...