Provencal Pear Tarte Tatin with Lavender and Almond

Ingredients

• 2 cups flour, sifted
• 1 cup almond flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, cold, cubed
• 1 cup ice water
• 3 large pears, peeled, cored, and quartered
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon dried lavender
• 1 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Method

1. 01
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 02
   In a large bowl, combine sifted flour, almond flour, sugar, and salt. Add cold cubed butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. 03
   Gradually add ice water, mixing until the dough comes together. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
4. 04
   In a 10-inch ovenproof skillet, melt 1 cup of sugar over medium heat until it turns golden brown. Stir in 2 tablespoons of butter and lavender.
5. 05
   Arrange pear quarters over the caramel in a circular pattern. Cook for 5 minutes, occasionally spooning the caramel over the pears.
6. 06
   Roll out the dough on a floured surface to a 12-inch circle. Place the dough over the pears, tucking the edges down the sides of the skillet.
7. 07
   Bake for 30-35 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and the pear juices are bubbling.
8. 08
   Allow the tarte to cool for 10 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate. Sprinkle with toasted almonds before serving.