375grectangle puff pastry sheet, thawed but cold(13 ¼ oz)
1tablespoonchopped walnuts(notes 1)
1egg yolk mix with a teaspoon of milk
pouring cream or ice cream to serve
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Equipment
large baking sheet
Ruler and sharp knife
mixing bowl
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 210C (190C fan) / 410F.
Slice the pears in half from stem to base, then in half again, so you have quarters. Cut on an angle to remove the core from each piece. Slice each one into thin slices (2-3mm thick) lengthwise.
In a medium bowl, combine the pear slices, vinegar, maple syrup, ginger, cinnamon and pinch of salt. Mix well to coat them.
Take a large piece of baking paper and lay your puff pastry on top of it. Score a line 1 inch from the edge all around the pastry with a sharp knife and a ruler to guide you- don’t cut all the way through.
Use a fork to prick all over the area inside of this line but don’t prick the border.
Use the edge of the baking paper to drag it onto a large baking sheet.
Beat the egg yolk and 1 teaspoon of cream or milk together and brush all over the 1 inch border.
Top the middle section of the pastry with the pears, using groups of 3-4 slices adn overlapping where needed.
Transfer the tart to the freezer for 15 minutes (if you have space) or the fridge for 30 minutes – the pastry will puff better, the colder it is.
Bake for 28-30 minutes until deep golden brown around the edges and the pears are tender.
Serve warm drizzled with more maple syrup, pouring cream or ice cream.
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Notes
Tablespoons: I use a standard Australian 20ml tablespoon (equal to 4 teaspoons). Check yours before measuring.
Keep the pastry as cold as possible: Work quickly once the pastry is out of the fridge and don't skip the chilling time. Puff pastry puffs much better when cold.
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