PECAN PEAR BREAD

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"We have almost 50 fruit trees on our country property, including five pear trees," notes Margaret Slocum of Ridgefield, Washington. "I like to can most of the crop, but I make sure to save some for this moist, mildly spiced bread."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 loaf.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1-1/2 cups chopped peeled pears
2/3 cup chopped pecans
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine sugar and oil. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add sour cream and vanilla; mix well. Combine dry ingredients; add to sour cream mixture and mix well. Stir in pears, pecans and lemon zest. , Spread into a greased 8x4-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 65-75 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes; remove from pan to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 163mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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