As much as I love apples for their straightforward, tart-sweet flavors and crisp, snappy texture, they are no match for pears. Pears are lush, fragrant and elegant. Like apples, they are delicious ...
Take the tart shells, and add 1 tsp caramel sauce. Add chunks of poached pear, then drizzle over a little more caramel sauce. Place a spoonful of cream on top and serve immediately.
Use ripe pears for this tart which is best served with vanilla ice cream. The recipe makes 2 tarts to serve 6-8 each but the recipe is easily halved to make 1 tart.
Use a pallet knife to smooth the filling. Sit the pears on the filling and gently press them down. Scatter over the remaining flaked almonds. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set ...