The maple syrup and sugar give this plum crumble a warm, complex flavor. Grade B syrup is a darker, richer (and usually cheaper) syrup, but if you have grade A around, that'll work as well.
Homely (not unattractive but a good old-fashioned usage) and friendly to serve warm or at room temperature. Heavy cream—unwhipped—or ice cream would be an extra treat.
This recipe is part of The Barbara Kafka Dessert Anthology.
I got this recipe from my cousin Elsa Sobo. I couldn't wait to test it. Elsa was right when she told me that this cake gets better with age.
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Since the dough his hard to work with, if you want to double the recipe, you should make 2 6-inch pies.
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This apple pie is as close to perfection as pies can be.
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This is a fast, easy way to make a large pie for a crowd -- it serves about 16 people and is perfect for Thanksgiving or just about any time you want a good, old-fashioned apple pie.
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Cookbook author and baking instructor Rose Levy Beranbaum insists this pie be made in a tart pan "so that every bite contains the same amount of crust, nuts and filling."
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For best results, look for a sweet, juicy cooking apples such as Gravensteins. Any apple grower can point you to his or her best variety for pies and crisps.
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Roasted Pumpkin And Wild Rice Pilaf
Roasted Pumpkin And Wild Rice Pilaf
This pilaf would be a wonderful addition to the Thanksgiving table. Sweetened with maple syrup, the dish is filled with distinctly American flavors and ingredients.
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The dough can be made ahead and frozen for up to 1 month; thaw in the refrigerator before baking. The baked cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
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Pear And Almond Frangipane Tart
Pear And Almond Frangipane Tart
Frangipane is a butter and ground almond mixture that bakes into a soft macaroon-like filling.
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Apple cider reduced into a rich caramel sauce is baked right into this decadent, buttery cake. Bourbon, vanilla, cinnamon and ginger round out the flavors. The cake is great on its own, or with coffee or a scoop of ice cream.
