Train rides have always fascinated me since childhood.Journey through the lush green agricultural lands,deep dense woods,the feel of wind gushing thru my face,the sound of the engine horn,the rumbling noise of the wheels,etc.I have enjoyed Mother Natures beauty most while travelling by train.Thanks to the numerous trips during Summer Vacations in India. Well this is how I spent my weekend.a nature lover would surely enjoy these.Indian Railways is the largest railway network in the world,one of the most profitable ones too and not to mention one of the largest employers in the world.I had expressed my interest to travel in train here several times to P and my request finally fructified this weekend.Well it was a pleasant surprise trip to Iowa.We took the scenic Rail ride across the Iowa valley in an Open top train.This reminded me of the Chaiya chaiya song from the movie Dil Se.The weather was beautiful making the trip even more pleasant.It was a good two hours journey through the woods and rivers.We saw pretty homes,wild life and some breath taking views.It was a good break from the usual grind.We have made sure to make the best use of Summer,Road trips,biking,canoeing,rafting and the list goes on.I hope atleast a few of them materialize in the next few months.
Coming to the recipe,few days back I came across Rachels blog filled with wonderful recipes.I am sending across the Apple-Pear Crisp which I made from her recipe to Coconut &Limes Annual Recipe Contest that she is hosting this month.
Preparation Time ? 10mins
Start to finish 40mins(Including Baking time of 30mins)
Ingredients:
Apples 3 Large (cubed)
Pears 3 large (cubed)
Light Brown Sugar a cup
Cinnamon powder 1 tsp
Corn Starch tsp
For the topping:
Old fashioned rolled oats 1/2 cup
All Purpose Flour 1/4 cup
Light Brown Sugar 1/4 cup
Butter 3 tbsp(melted)
Cinnamon 1 tsp
Method:
Mix the first set of ingredients and place it on a greased baking dish.Mix the toppings separately and sprinkle evenly over the fruit mixture.Bake at 350F until the fruit is soft or the top turns brown and crispy.
Verdict:
Surely a wonderful recipe,best when served hot with a scoop of Vanilla Icecream. I made this for breakfast and thoroughly enjoyed it.This tastes best only when made with brown sugar.
Note:I used Granny Smith Apples.While making it for the second time I reduced the quantity of all the ingredients as it was made only for the two of us.I had also added pecans and raisins for the topping.
This is also off to Shanthi‘s Sweet Time event and Divya of Dil Se’s Show me your breakfast event.
Wow…thats a decadent dessert Nithya…I wish I could have that now
Wonderful idea to add pears to apple crisp. A perfect summer dessert!
me too love train trips..:)..used to got mom's home by train when I was kid..was so fun..sigh..:)
n the crisps r perfect fpr the season..I have some cherries n was planning to make something like thsi with it..looks good Nithya..:)
Apple pear crisp looks so delicious …. and also noticed that you have changed your layout…looks too good Nithya
This sounds wonderful with pears and apples! A decadent breakfast,for sure! Your train ride sounds lovely,to sit back and relax and enjoy the sights.
I love all kinds of fruit crisps and that bowlful looks so scrumptious.
I love your crisp…i made mine with cherries using some store made crisp powder –wasnt impressive…Have to try the from scratch version I guess…
lovely! i can imagine how good the taste would be with such interesting ingredients!
Nice dessert. Just looks lovely.
Born with a silver spoon:). Nice picture and a tasty breakfast!
Good idea of using fruits..looking delish dear
Wow thats a yummy combo gal…Perfect dessert…
Hi da..
Apple with pear ..Sounds great ..Looks mouth watering dessert
awesome for breakfast!! i would kill for it.
a train journey!! yippe!! i wouldve loved it! great that you guys have plans to make the most of summer. Even we plan to do a lot of camping and hiking this summer!
your new template looks nice Nitya! Pretty colors
Apple pear crisp looks tooo tempting and yummy.
lovely one..mmm yumyum
I enjoy train rides too,i remember travelling every summer vacation,i usually prefer to read novels while travelling,your apple pear crisp looks delectable..cant wait to try!!
Delicious dessert!!!looks amazing!
Looks yummy..nice template nithya:)
Ohh that look so delicious Nithya! Perfect dessert!
very tempting picture Nithya! I wish I can have right now.
Oh my a fabulous dessert and served perfectly too!!! I too love to travel in train its simply occupying and a nice experience!!!
Yummy dessert! looks brilliant.
This desert looks fantastic,great pictures !
Awesome dessert….looks to nice…feeling like tasting it.
Thats a great yummy dessert..lov apples in desserts
Lovely breakfast,my kids will like this for sure.
the best part about a crisp is its versatility…you can make it with just about any fruit,but I esp love this combo!!
Looks awesome…wonderful presentation!
Blog makeover looks gr8! I too love train trips but mostly in Decembers when the climate is gr8!……..that crisp looks drool worthy…
my gosh,what a lovely creation…love this. Now pass me that bowl.
wow this dessert is tempting me now…….looks yummmmmmyyyy!!!!!
Thanks all for the lovely comments!
Perfect for the season..I am sure gonna try it out Nithya.Thanks for the yummy recipe.
Thank you for the wonderful recipe which seems very easy and delicious. I am going to have some guest over and am going to give this a try. Do you think,the quantity that you posted will be enough for 6 people? Also,do I have to peel the apples and pears?
Ruchi –The quantity mentioned here wud be good for 6 people.