Cook The Book: Miss Oleda Halliburton'S East Pear Pie On A Baking Sheet

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   Preheat the oven to 350u00b0 F.

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   On a lightly floured work surface, roll out the crust to 1/8-inch thick, 16-inch circle. Transfer it to an aluminum foil-lined baking sheet, making sure to press out any creases. Set aside.

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   In a good-sized bowl, combine one cup of the sugar (add more or less to suit your taste), the cornstarch, and cinnamon. Add the pears and vanilla, and, using a large fork, toss to coat the mixture. Spoon the pears into the center of the crust, spreading them within two inches of the edge.

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   Bring the crust up over the pears to form a border of about two inches, pleating and folding the crust as needed. To give the pie a polished look, brush the folded edge with the lightly beaten egg white and sprinkle with the remaining teaspoon of sugar.

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   Place in the oven and bake until the pears are tender and the crust is a pretty brown; about 20 minutes. Let cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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