Ingredients
4 cups sliced peeled fresh pears1/4 cup finely chopped crystallized ginger1/4 cup lemon juice4 eggs3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup butter, melted1/2 teaspoon almond extract1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 cup sliced almonds
Preparation
In a large bowl, combine the pears, ginger and lemon juice; set aside.
In another bowl, beat the eggs, confectioners’ sugar, butter and extract until blended. Combine flour and baking powder; gradually beat into egg mixture until blended. Stir in pear mixture.
Transfer to a greased 9-in. springform pan; sprinkle with almonds. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before cutting. Serve warm.
