Spiced Fig and Pear Pie

Spiced Fig and Pear Pie - A Delicious Dessert for Any Occasion
Looking for a dessert that's both sweet and spicy? Look no further than this Spiced Fig and Pear Pie recipe! Made with fresh figs and pears, this pie is the perfect way to end any meal.

Ingredients (serves 8):

- 1 pie crust
- 4 ripe pears, peeled and sliced
- 8 fresh figs, sliced
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 egg, beaten

Cooking Tips:

- Use ripe pears and figs for the best flavor.
- Make sure to slice the fruit evenly so it cooks evenly.
- Brush the crust with egg wash to give it a golden brown color.

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Roll out the pie crust and place it in a 9-inch pie dish.
3. In a large bowl, mix together the sliced pears, sliced figs, brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt.
4. Pour the fruit mixture into the pie crust and dot with butter.
5. Roll out the remaining pie crust and cut into strips.
6. Arrange the strips in a lattice pattern over the fruit filling.
7. Brush the lattice with egg wash.
8. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
9. Let cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Appearance and Taste:
This Spiced Fig and Pear Pie is a beautiful golden brown color with a lattice crust that's both crispy and flaky. The filling is sweet and spicy, with the perfect balance of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves. The pears and figs are soft and tender, and the buttery crust is the perfect complement to the fruit filling.
Type of Dish: Dessert Pie
Main Ingredients: Pears, Figs, Spices