Apple and Pear Crisp

Show: Barefoot ContessaEpisode: It's Friday Night Again

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Cook Time:
55 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
8 servings

Times:

Prep: 30 min
Inactive Prep: --
Cook: 55 min
Total:: 1 hr 25 min

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Ingredients

2 pounds ripe Bosc pears (4 pears)
2 pounds firm Macoun apples (6 apples)
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

For the topping:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup old-fashioned oatmeal
1/2 pound (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, diced

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Peel, core, and cut the pears and apples into large chunks. Place the fruit in a large bowl and add the zests, juices, sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pour into a 9 by 12 by 2-inch oval baking dish.

For the topping:

Combine the flour, sugars, salt, oatmeal, and butter in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on low speed for 1 minute, until the mixture is in large crumbles. Sprinkle evenly over the fruit, covering the fruit completely.

Place the baking dish on a sheet pan and bake for 50 minutes to 1 hour, until the top is brown and the fruit is bubbly. Serve warm.

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Jane Brandon, FL 02-09-2010
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DELICIOUS AND EASY!!!!!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I have eaten and made many a crisp before but this is without a doubt the best and easiest to make. Ina always has... satisfying and manageable recipes but, this one takes the cake (so to speak). Thanks, Ina.Read more
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Janice Rock Hill , SC 02-08-2010
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Oh so wonderful Apple Crisp!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This is the best apple crisp recipe yet. The zest of lemon and orange really gives it an awesome flavor. For the topping I... use half whole wheat flour and half all purpose flour. It gives it a heartier flavor. Thanks Ina!Read more
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Kristine Castle Rock, CO 01-25-2010
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The perfect cozy dessert
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

A perfect crisp. I didn't have any pears on hand, used Gala apples and this was so perfect. The orange is just enough to give... the crisp a 'brightness'. This isn't one of those overly sugary sweet crisps. Make it exactly like the recipe indicates and you'll be pleased. Read more
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Jeanne Houston, TX 01-24-2010
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Outstanding recipe, even with a little twist of ginger
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I've made many of Ina's recipes, and all come out great. I was so sure this one would be a winner, I added about 1/8 tsp of... powdered ginger, to see if it would add a boost. It added a depth, and a little freshness to the pears and apples. My friends and I love ginger, so it was a hit. Thanks again, Ms. Garten!Read more
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Lori Bristol, CT 01-10-2010
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this was so easy
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I have made this now several times and its absolutely delicious. I have halved this recipe as well and it comes out great. I... have also added raisins and one time walnuts. This recipe is versatile. Thanks Ina for a great recipe! Read more
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Cat Garland, TX 01-07-2010
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Wish I had made this for the holidays!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This is so delicious. Absolutely perfect. We just can't stop eating it... Had some pears and apples that were not being... eaten. In order to not waste I found this recipe and I'm so glad I did!!!Read more