PEAR AND GINGER QUICK BREAD

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I found the ginger in the recipe to be a bit too much so I cut it to 1/2 tsp, but have posted the recipe here as created by King Arthur Flour. This makes a nicely different quick bread than the usual apple or banana.

Provided by Pa. Hiker

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h45m

Yield 1 loaf, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup butter
1 egg
1 cup bosc pear, pureed (about 1 1/2 pears)
1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 ounces crystallized ginger, cubed
1 cup finely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Core the pears (there's no need to peel the fruit) and purée it well in a blender or food processor.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the sugar and butter, then add the egg, beating till smooth.
  • Add the pear purée, flour, ground ginger, baking soda, baking powder, salt and vanilla. Beat till smooth.
  • Stir in the candied ginger and nuts.
  • Spoon the batter into an 8 1/2 x 4 1/2-inch loaf pan.
  • Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 55 minutes to 1 hour, or until a cake tester inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
  • Remove the pan from the oven, and cool the loaf in the pan for 15 minutes. Gently remove the loaf from the pan and cool it completely on a wire rack.

Khan Armani
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This bread is delicious! I love the combination of pears and ginger. It's a great bread to serve for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.


Eyosiyas Abera
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I'm always looking for new and interesting quick bread recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The pear and ginger flavors are a great combination, and the bread is moist and fluffy.


Justin Rowe
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This bread is so moist and flavorful. I love the way the pears and ginger complement each other.


M Adeel Mohammed Nazeer
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I made this bread with my kids and they loved it! It's a great way to get them involved in the kitchen.


Dede tee
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This bread is perfect for a quick and easy breakfast or snack. It's also great for packing in lunches.


Trevor Young
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I'm not a big fan of ginger, but I really enjoyed this bread. The pear flavor is strong enough to balance out the ginger.


Eljo Bisha
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This bread is delicious! The pears add a nice sweetness and the ginger gives it a little bit of a kick.


raihan arafat
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This bread is so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Aurgha Saha
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I love the unique flavor combination of pear and ginger in this bread. It's a great bread to serve for breakfast or brunch.


abida zari
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I made this bread with fresh pears from my garden and it turned out beautifully. The bread was moist and flavorful, and the glaze added a nice touch of sweetness.


Craig Slyfield
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This bread is perfect for a fall day. The flavors of pear and ginger are warm and comforting.


mostafa mohammdi
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I'm not a big fan of pears, but I really enjoyed this bread. The ginger flavor is not overpowering and the bread is not too sweet.


Martin White
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This bread is so moist and flavorful. I love the combination of pears and ginger.


Magic Khush
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I made this bread for a brunch party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


ghafoor baloch
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I've made this bread several times now and it's always a hit! My family and friends love it.


Nakitto Maria
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This pear and ginger quick bread is easy to make and so delicious! The flavors of pear and ginger are a perfect combination. I love the moist and fluffy texture of the bread, and the glaze adds a nice finishing touch.


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