LCBO Food & Drink Holiday 2023

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Tree to Table Pears are more than just a healthy snack. From soups, to salads, to desserts, even cocktails, pears are a delicious addition to a wide range of dishes. To show off their versatility, we’ve created four fabulous recipes starring sweet, juicy USA Pears.

Caramelized Pear Tarts with Amaretto Cream Serves 6 1. Peel, halve and core 3 firm- ripe Bosc pears. Toss with 1 tbsp (15 mL) lemon juice. 2. In skillet that fits pears it starts melting, stir until liquid and golden. Add pears, cut sides down, and 1 1/2 tbsp (22 mL) butter. Cook 5 minutes then flip. Cook until pears are tender and caramel is mahogany brown, 7 to 9 minutes. Transfer pears to plate. 3. Remove pan from heat and carefully stir in 3 tbsp (45 mL) water. Cool pears and caramel completely. 4. Cut 1/2-lb (225-g) sheet pre-rolled puff pastry into 6 rectangles to fit pears. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet. Place pears in centres. Brush pastry with beaten egg and sprinkle with sugar. 5. Bake on bottom third of snugly, heat 6 tbsp (90 mL) sugar over medium. When 425°F (218°C) oven until puffed and brown, 10 to 12 minutes. 6. In bowl, whip 3/4 cup (175 mL) heavy cream and 1 1/2 tbsp (22 mL) each icing sugar and amaretto liqueur to soft peaks. Lightly brush pears with caramel and serve with cream.

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