Perfect Pear Crisp

Do we really think this pear crisp is perfect? Well, yes, we do. And we're pretty sure anyone who likes fresh pears, brown sugar and cinnamon will agree.

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1 lemon

1/2 cup granulated sugar , divided

1/3 cup plus 2 Tbsp. flour , divided

1 tsp. ground cinnamon , divided

8 fresh pear s (about 2-1/2 lb.), peeled, cut into 1-inch chunks

1/4 cup packed brown sugar

1/3 cup cold butter , cut up

1/2 cup PLANTERS Sliced Almonds

1 cup thawed COOL WHIP Whipped Topping

1. Grate enough lemon peel to measure 1/2 tsp. zest. Squeeze enough juice to measure 1-1/2 Tbsp. Mix 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 Tbsp. flour and 1/2 tsp. cinnamon in large bowl. Add pears, lemon zest and juice; toss until pears are evenly coated. Spoon into 8-inch square baking dish.

2. Mix brown sugar and remaining flour, granulated sugar and cinnamon in medium bowl. Cut in butter with pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture forms coarse crumbs. Stir in nuts; sprinkle over pears.

3. Bake 40 to 45 min. or until topping is golden brown and pears are hot and bubbly. Serve topped with COOL WHIP.

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