This Pear and Berry Crumble that combines the natural sweetness of juicy pears with the tangy burst of fresh berries, all topped with a golden, buttery crumble with added Talbina. This comforting treat is perfect for Autumn. Serve it warm, with custard and a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Ingredients (Serves 6 - 8)

Fruit Mixture

• 300g frozen mixed Berries
• 5 Pears, peeled and chopped into 1 inch pieces
• 1 tbsp Cornflour
• 75g Light Brown Sugar
• 1 tsp ground Cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground Cardamom

Crumble

• 350g Plain Flour
• 25g Talbina
• 100g Light Brown Sugar
• 1 tsp ground Cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground Ginger
• Pinch Salt
• 250g cold Butter, cubed

Instructions

1. Add Berries and Pears to a 9 inch baking dish.
2. Scatter over Cornflour, Brown Sugar, Cinnamon and Cardamom and mix together.
3. To prepare the crumble topping, place the Flour, Talbina, Sugar in a large bowl. Add Ground Cinnamon, Ginger and Salt.
4. Add the pieces of Butter.
5. Combine Flour with other ingredients by rubbing them together using your hands until large breadcrumbs are formed.
6. Sprinkle the crumble in an even layer on top of the fruit. Do not press down.
7. Bake for 45 minutes or until the buttery crumble is golden brown and the pears have softened.
8. Let the crumble cool a little and then serve in individual bowls whilst still hot with custard, a scoop of ice cream or cream.

Variations

Use Apples in place of Pear.

Roohts Ingredients

• Talbina
• Salt