PEAR KUGEL
This Pear Kugel recipe is a comforting and classic dessert, perfect for a special occasion or a cozy family meal. The combination of sweet pears, a rich, creamy base, and a hint of spice creates a delightful flavor profile. This recipe involves layering a mixture of bread, fat, and pears, then baking it slowly to achieve a tender, golden-brown finish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Butter (or vegetable shortening) (Originally rendered fat. Substituted with butter or vegetable shortening for modern preference.)
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1/2 loaf Bread, day-old, crusts removed (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1/4 cup All-purpose flour
- 6 medium Pears, peeled and sliced (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1/2 cup Water (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1/4 cup Granulated sugar (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1/4 cup Claret (or red wine) (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
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Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the bread, previously soaked in water and pressed dry, salt, and flour. Mix until well combined.
- 2In a saucepan, combine the sliced pears, water, sugar, and claret (or red wine). Bring to a simmer and cook until the pears are slightly softened, about 10 minutes.
- 3Grease a pudding dish. Layer the mixture and the pears in the dish, alternating layers. Bake in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for 3 hours, or until the kugel is golden brown and set.
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