Almond Pear Tart

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A good way to include fruit in your diet using canned fruits which are always available.  Try substituting peaches or any other canned fruit that you enjoy.

1¼ cups sliced almonds

3/4 cup sugar or sugar substitute
1/3 cup whole grain pastry flour or oat flour
Dash of salt
4 tablespoons canola oil margarine, melted
2 eggs
¼ cup low fat milk
1 15-oz can pear halves, drained
2 tablespoons raw (turbinado) sugar


Combine almonds and sugar in a blender or food processor; blend until almonds are finely chopped.  Place in a mixing bowl and stir in flour and salt.  In a separate bowl, whisk 4 tablespoons of the melted margarine with eggs and milk.  Combine with almond mixture and pour into a 9-inch fluted tart pan, preferably with removable bottom (for presentation).  Slice the pear halves thinly and place in circular design over the batter.  Sprinkle the top with a little raw sugar or regular sugar.

Bake at 350 degrees for 40-45 minutes until crust is golden brown.  Serve warm with your favorite low fat ice cream or sorbet.