Brown Butter Pear Crostata Recipe

Name: Brown Butter Pear Crostata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 medium anjou pears, sliced; 2 tablespoons butter; fresh nutmeg; kosher salt; lemon (for lemon juice); 1 your favorite pie dough (store bought works in a pinch); egg (for egg wash); 6 ounces 2% or full fat greek yogurt; 1 splash bourbon; 1-2 splashes grade B maple syrup

Servings: persons

1
Brown the butter in a pan. Once the butter is browned, add the pears. Cook down the pears until soft but not mushy; they should have given up a bunch of liquid.
2
Remove pears from pan with a slotted spoon, leaving behind the liquid. Taste the liquid and add a splash or two of fresh lemon juice, sprinkle with kosher slat. Reduce the liquid over a low flame until it reaches a jam-like consistency. Taste again for salt and adjust accordingly. Cool the jam-like mixture.
3
Roll out your pie dough to about 10 inches. Spread the cooled jam in the middle of the dough, leaving a border for the dough that will get folded in, crostata style. Lay the pears on top of the jam, starting from the outside and working in, or vice versa. For best results, make sure your pears are all facing the same direction. Fold the dough in towards the center, as you would a crostata. Grate some more nutmeg over the pears. Refrigerate for 30 or so minutes.
4
Before baking, brush the dough with egg wash (egg and water). Sprinkle with brown or turbinado sugar. Bake at 400 for 25-35 minutes. You want a golden brown crust that is somewhat firm to the touch i.e. cooked through.
5
Meanwhile, mix the greek yogurt with a splash of bourbon; you want to be able to detect a hint of booze. Place the mixture in a small bowl to serve alongside the crostata. Add a splash or two of maple syrup. Enjoy.

156

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 medium anjou pears, sliced, 2 tablespoons butter, fresh nutmeg, kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Brown Butter Pear Crostata falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Brown Butter Pear Crostata

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Variations & substitutions

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