Skillet Pear Pie With Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe

Step 1

Let pie crusts stand at room temperature as label directs to soften slightly. Position oven rack to middle position; preheat oven to 425°.

Step 2

In large bowl, toss pears, 1 cup sugar, flour, lemon juice, cinnamon and nutmeg.

Step 3

Let pie crusts stand at room temperature as label directs to soften slightly. Position oven rack to middle position; preheat oven to 425°. test

Step 4

Spray 10-inch cast-iron skillet with cooking spray. Unroll 1 pie crust and place in prepared skillet; fill with pear mixture. Unroll second pie crust and place over pear mixture; fold overhanging sides of crust under and pinch edges together to seal.

Step 5

Let pie crusts stand at room temperature as label directs to soften slightly. Position oven rack to middle position; preheat oven to 425°. Test step by QA

Step 6

In small bowl, whisk egg and 1 tablespoon water. Brush top of pie with egg mixture; sprinkle with remaining ¼ cup sugar. With paring knife, cut 8 vents in top of pie; bake 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350°; bake pie 45 minutes or until filling is bubbling and top is golden brown. Cool 20 minutes on wire rack.

Step 7

Cut pie into 8 slices; serve topped with ice cream.