PEAR-FIG-WALNUT PIE

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Categories     Cookies     Bake     Fig     Pear     Walnut     Simmer     Boil

Yield Makes one 9-inch pie

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup Madeira wine
5 ounces soft, dried black Mission figs (scant 2/3 cup), stemmed and quartered
3 whole star anise
Martha's Perfect Pâte Brisée (page 647), almost room temperature
All-purpose flour, for dusting
3 pounds ripe Anjou pears, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/4-inch-thick wedges
3 ounces walnuts, broken into small pieces (about 3/4 cup), toasted and cooled
Juice of 1 lemon
1/2 cup granulated sugar, plus more for sprinkling (or use sanding sugar)
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1 large egg yolk
1 tablespoon heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F, with a rack in the lower third. Bring the wine, figs, and star anise to a boil in a small saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer until the figs are softened, 10 to 12 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the figs to a large bowl. Cook the mixture in the pan over medium-high heat until reduced to a syrup, about 3 minutes; discard the star anise. Pour the syrup over the figs.
  • Meanwhile, roll out 1 dough disk on floured parchment to make a 13-inch circle; start with pressure in the center and ease up just before reaching the edges. Drape the dough over the rolling pin; center over a 9-inch glass pie plate, and unroll. Gently push into the plate. Trim to leave a 1/4-inch overhang; refrigerate. Roll out the second disk. Cut out a vent with a cookie cutter, and refrigerate the cutout.
  • Add the pears, nuts, lemon juice, sugar, salt, and cornstarch to the figs; stir until well combined. Spoon into the pie plate (pile high in the center). Dot with the butter; lightly brush the rim of the dough with water. Drape the second disk over the pin; center over the filling. Gently press around the filling to fit; trim to leave a 1/2-inch overhang. Fold the edge of the top crust under the bottom one; crimp to seal. Brush water on the bottom of the cutout; press onto the top crust. Beat the yolk with the cream; brush over the crust. Sprinkle with sugar; freeze until very firm, about 30 minutes.
  • Bake on a baking sheet until just golden, 20 to 25 minutes. Reduce heat to 375°F. Bake, rotating halfway through, until bubbling, and the bottom crust is deep golden brown, about 1 hour. (If the edges brown too quickly, cover with a foil ring.) Let cool on a wire rack.

Nevaeh Kickliter
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Overall, I would not recommend this recipe. There are better pear-fig-walnut pie recipes out there.


Thehaikyuu Bebe
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This pie took too long to bake. I would recommend reducing the baking time by 10 minutes.


Bafana Bekwayo
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The crust on this pie was too dry. I would recommend adding more butter to the dough.


Fuzeisms
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I found this recipe to be too sweet. I would recommend using less sugar in the filling.


Vernon Rose
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This pie was a disappointment. The filling was bland and the crust was tough. I would not recommend this recipe.


mdshrif Sorker
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This pie is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. The filling is sweet and flavorful, and the crust is flaky and buttery. I love the combination of pears, figs, and walnuts. This pie is a must-try!


tonie prince
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This pie is a great way to use up ripe pears and figs. The filling is delicious and the crust is flaky and buttery. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Anna Ratlala
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I made this pie for my family and they loved it. The filling was sweet and tangy, and the crust was flaky and buttery. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Slindokuhle Shozi
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This pie is absolutely delicious. The pears and figs are perfectly ripe and the walnuts add a nice crunch. The crust is flaky and buttery. I will definitely be making this pie again.


Rai Umer Yousaf
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I've tried many pear pies before, but this one is by far the best. The filling is so flavorful and the crust is perfectly flaky. I love the combination of pears, figs, and walnuts. This pie is a must-try!


Salman Opredai
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This pie is delicious! The filling is sweet and flavorful, and the crust is flaky and buttery. I especially love the addition of walnuts, which adds a nice crunch. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


ABDALLA YARE
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I made this pie for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The filling was perfectly sweet and tart, and the crust was flaky and buttery. I will definitely be making this pie again.


Rana Saad
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This is one of my favorite pie recipes. It's easy to make and always turns out great. I love the combination of pears, figs, and walnuts. The crust is also very flaky and delicious.


Arslan Rasheed
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I've made this pie several times and it's always a hit. The filling is so delicious and the crust is perfect. I like to use a mix of green and red pears for a beautiful presentation.


Rubel hosen
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This pear-fig-walnut pie recipe is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The pears and figs provide a sweet and juicy filling, while the walnuts add a satisfying crunch. The crust is flaky and buttery, and the whole pie is topped with a d