Autumn Pear Pie

This pie is full of complex and contrasting flavors—warm spices, rich butter, zesty citrus. Asian pears maintain their firm, crunchy texture through baking, so it’s best to slice them very thinly. I find the texture to be lovely, especially when the pie is warm. However, if you prefer a more tender filling, substitute half of the Asian pears with soft Bartlett pears. Since the filling contains butter, this pie is not suitable for a vegan preparation. It pairs beautifully with a dollop of