PEAR AND CHERRY CLAFOUTI
MAKES 9 SERVINGS
INGREDIENTS
1/2 cup dried cherries
1/2 can (approx. 8 ounces) Bartlett sliced pears, drained
3 eggs
1 cup milk
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
powdered sugar (optional)
whipped cream (optional)
METHOD
Soak cherries is hot water for 10 minutes; drain. In greased 8 x 8 x 2-inch or 9 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan arrange cherries and pear slices evenly. In bowl, beat eggs until well blended. Beat in milk, sugar, flour, vanilla, nutmeg and salt until smooth and well mixed. Pour over fruit in pan. Bake in 375° F oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until set in center. Cool slightly. Cut into squares to serve. Serve warm sprinkled with powdered sugar and a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
(PER SERVING)
Calories 116
Protein 4g
Carbohydrate 20g
Fiber 1g
Fat 2g
Sodium 101mg
Cholesterol 73mg
