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Perfect Caramelized Pear and Brie Tart

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A quick and easy tart featuring caramelized pears and creamy brie on a flaky puff pastry crust, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe but firm pears (Bartlett or Bosc)
  • 8 ounces (225g) brie cheese, rind removed
  • 1 sheet puff pastry (about 8x8 inches), thawed if frozen
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for drizzling)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • Pinch of freshly cracked ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon flour for dusting work surface

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the puff pastry sheet to smooth any creases, aiming for roughly 9×9 inches. Transfer to the baking sheet. Score a 1-inch border around the edge without cutting all the way through. Chill pastry in the fridge for about 10 minutes.
  3. Core and thinly slice the pears into 1/4-inch thick slices. Toss gently with lemon juice to prevent browning.
  4. Heat butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add brown sugar and stir until melted and bubbly. Add pear slices in a single layer (in batches if needed). Cook 3-4 minutes per side until tender and golden, spooning caramel sauce over them. Remove pears and set aside, reserving pan juices.
  5. Slice brie into thin pieces and arrange evenly inside the pastry border.
  6. Arrange caramelized pear slices on top of the brie, slightly overlapping. Drizzle reserved caramel sauce over pears. Sprinkle thyme leaves and cracked black pepper on top.
  7. Bake tart for 20-25 minutes until pastry is golden and puffed and brie is melted and bubbly.
  8. Remove from oven and cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes. Drizzle with honey if desired, slice, and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Caramelize pears slowly over medium heat to avoid mushiness or burnt sugar. Keep puff pastry cold until baking for best rise. Score pastry border to keep center flat and edges puffed. Tent with foil if edges brown too quickly. Can substitute almond flour for dusting to make gluten-free. Brie rind removed for easier melting. Optional toppings: toasted pecans or walnuts, herbs like rosemary or sage. Can prepare pears ahead and assemble just before baking.

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