Easy Cinnamon Pear Tart

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   Preheat oven to 375F (190C).

2. 2

   Add pear slices, 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 tablespoon sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt in a medium bowl, gently toss until evenly coat.

3. 3

   Add 13 cup all-purpose flour, whole wheat pastry flour and the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar in a medium bowl, whisk until well blended.

4. 4

   Cut in butter with a pastry cutter or a fork until the mixture resembles coarse meal.

5. 5

   Sprinkle oil over the mixture and stir with a fork until evenly combined.

6. 6

   Stir in 1 tablespoon water and stir until the dough just stays together when pressed with a fork, add up to another extra tablespoon of water if the dough feels too dry.

7. 7

   Line a work surface with parchment paper or a baking mat, generously dust with flour and transfer the dough onto it.

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   Form the dough into a small patty, dust the top with flour and roll into a rustic 10-inch circle, adding more flour if needed to prevent sticking.

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   Transfer the crust to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or baking mat.

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    Lay the pear slices in decorative, overlapping circles on top of the crust, leaving a 1-inch border around the edge.

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    Spoon any remaining pear juice over the slices.

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    Pick up the edges of the crust by using a spatula and fold over the pears.

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    The crust should not touch in the center.

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    Bake until lightly browned and bubbling, 38 to 42 minutes.

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    Let cool for about 15 minutes.

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    Slice and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.