Step 1

Whisk butter and sugar until creamy

Step 2

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Stir in almond powder, then the eggs.

Step 3

Leave the mixture to set in the fridge and remove 10 minutes before using.

Step 4

Cut a large rectangle of the pastry, fold in 1cm border along the edge and prick the pastry all over with a fork.

Step 5

Spread the almond cream to cover the base.

Step 6

Peel and slice pears into about 3mm thick slices and alternate layers.

Step 7

Brush with the melted butter and sprinkle with the demerara.

Step 8

Bake in oven in 180°C for about 30 minutes until pastry is crispy and golden and the pears are cooked.

Step 9

Serve with organic crème fraîche.

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