Cheddar Pear Pie

Prep: 15 minutes Cook: 25-35 minutes Servings: 8

From: Taste of Home

Ingredients

  • For the Filling:
  • 4 large ripe pears, peeled and thinly sliced
  • ⅓ cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • 1 10-inch pie shell (unbaked)
  • For the Topping:
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup butter, melted

Directions

  • Prepare pie crust in a 10-inch pie plate.
  • In a large bowl, combine the pears, sugar, cornstarch and salt; toss gently to coat. Pour into pie shell.
  • For topping, combine the cheese, flour, sugar and salt; stir in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over filling.
  • Bake at 425° for 25-35 minutes or until crust is golden brown and cheese is melted.
  • Cool on a wire rack for 15-20. Serve warm. Store in the refrigerator.