Ingredients

Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)

3/4 cups plus 2 teaspoons sugar, divided

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

4 cups sliced peeled fresh pears (about 4 medium)

3 tablespoons sliced almonds

Preparation

Roll out pastry into a 10-in. circle. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. In a bowl, combine 3/4 cup sugar and flour.; add pears and toss to coat. Place in center of pastry; spread to within 2 in. of edges. Fold edges up and slightly crimp. Sprinkle with remaining sugar. Bake at 450 F. for 15 minutes or until pears are tender. Sprinkle with almonds; bake 5minutes longer. Cool slightly before cutting into wedges. Yield: 8 servings.

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