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Ingredients
- 4 large ripe pears (I used D’Anjou) peeled, cored and diced into 1/2″ squares – you can use whatever variety you prefer for baking
- 1 tbsp. butter
- 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds removed
- 3 tbsp. light agave nectar
- 2 tsp. ground cardamom
- 2 tsp. ground clove
- 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp. fresh grated ginger
- 2 tbsp. flour (for work surface)
- 1 package pie crusts (2 per package) – thawed in the fridge. if you prefer to make your own pie crust, please do – choose whichever recipe is your favorite.
- 1 egg, beaten and sugar in the raw (optional)
Preparation
Step 1
- In a medium sauté pan, heat the butter until melted. Add the diced pears to the butter and cook until they begin to release some liquid – about 5-6 minutes. Add the vanilla bean (and the seeds), agave nectar, dried spices and grated ginger. Bring to a simmer then reduce heat to low and cook until mixture begins to thicken and the fruit is tender – about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
- Preheat oven to 375.
- Working on a floured surface, roll out the pie crusts so that they are about 1/3″ thick. Using a 3″ round cutter (I used a large mason jar lid), cut out rounds of the dough. Add a heaping spoonful of mixture to each round and fold over. Using a fork, crimp the edges to seal and place on parchment lined baking sheet. Once done, place the pies in the fridge for 20 minutes.
- Before baking, vent each pie on the top with two small slits. Brush each with a bit of egg wash. Sprinkle with a little raw sugar (if you have it) for a little crunch – this is completely optional. Bake for 20-22 minutes (depending on your oven) or until bubbling and golden brown – it’s okay if you get some oozing out of the top and sides. They’re supposed to be rustic. Allow to cook slightly before eating – the filling is HOT!