Crisp
Wednesday, December 25, 2024
I have been reading a rather large series of books that a friend recommended. The theme that runs through them all is quilting but more so friendships.
Interestingly, the book I was reading had recipes, one being Apple-Pear Crisp. I did not think much about the recipes until we received a Harry & David box of beautiful pears, apples, and cheese.
I thought to myself that I was going to try that recipe for Christmas. I pulled out my mother's one piece of Le Creuset that I inherited and tried my hand at baking from a recipe.
Sorry, no finished baking photo...too busy!
Apple-Pear Crisp Serves 6 to 8 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
For the filling:
3 cups diced Granny Smith apples 3 cups diced Bartlett pears
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
For the topping:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup rolled oats
3 tablespoons sugar
¼ cup light brown sugar, loosely packed
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted (I would use three - 1/4 cup sticks)
For the filling: Place the fruit, sugar, and flour in a large bowl and toss well. Pour into an 8 x 8-inch pan. For the topping: Place the flour, oats, sugars, and salt in a large mixing bowl and toss well. Add the butter and toss again until it forms a consistent texture. Sprinkle on top of the fruit. Place the pan in the oven and cook until lightly browned on top, 35 to 40 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.
(we added a scoop of vanilla ice cream)
The Quilter's Kitchen: An Elm Creek Quilts Novel by Jennifer Chiaverini
We had a quiet Christmas but celebrated by phone with the Grands! We had a great lunch, watched a football game, and put away some of the Christmas decor, but not the peace of Christmas. It remains with us throughout the days!