Ingredients
Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)3/4 cup plus 2 teaspoons sugar, divided3 tablespoons all-purpose flour4 cups sliced peeled fresh pears (about 4 medium)3 tablespoons sliced almonds
Preparation
On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 10-in. circle. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
In a large bowl, combine 3/4 cup sugar and flour; add pears and toss to coat. Spoon over the crust to within 2 in. of edges. Fold up edges of crust over filling, leaving center uncovered. Sprinkle with remaining sugar.
Bake at 450° for 15 minutes or until crust is golden and filling is bubbly. Sprinkle with almonds; bake 5 minutes longer. Using the parchment, slide tart onto a wire rack to cool.
