Rustic Pear and Almond Tart with Honey Lavender Drizzle

Ingredients

• 1 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
• 1 cup sliced almonds, lightly toasted
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 3 large pears, peeled, cored, and sliced
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 cup honey
• 1 teaspoon dried lavender, crushed

• 1 cup honey
• 1 teaspoon dried lavender, crushed
• 1 tablespoon warm water

Method

1. 01
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 02
   In a large bowl, combine sifted flour, toasted almonds, sugar, and salt.
3. 03
   Using a pastry cutter, cut in the cold, cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. 04
   Add the beaten egg and mix until the dough just comes together. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
5. 05
   While the dough chills, toss the sliced pears with lemon juice in a medium bowl.
6. 06
   Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness and fit it into a tart pan.
7. 07
   Arrange the pear slices neatly over the crust, overlapping slightly.
8. 08
   Bake in preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, until the crust is golden and pears are tender.
9. 09
   For the drizzle, combine honey, crushed lavender, and warm water in a small bowl. Mix well.
10. 10
    Drizzle the honey lavender mixture over the tart while it's still warm. Allow to cool slightly before serving.