"For a colorful presentation, garnish these irresistible dessert dumplings with fresh mint leaves, fresh raspberries, and a twist of orange peel...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons finely chopped pecans, almonds, or walnuts
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
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1/4 teaspoon finely shredded orange or lemon peel
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dash ground cinnamon
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2 small pears
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1 slightly beaten egg white
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1 tablespoon water
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Granulated sugar
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Half-and-half or light cream (optional)
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1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/3 cup shortening
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3 - 4 tablespoons water