DESSERT FOR A LARGE LEGAL FIRM RECIPES

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the flour, 3 tablespoons sugar and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. In a small bowl, whisk egg yolks and lemon juice; stir into dry ingredients with a fork. Remove 1 cup to another bowl; stir in the remaining sugar and set aside for the topping. , Press remaining crumb mixture onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned., Meanwhile, for filling, combine the sugar, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, salt and cinnamon in a small saucepan; slowly stir in water and lemon juice until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in butter and vanilla., Toss pears with remaining cornstarch; spoon over crust. Top with filling. Sprinkle with reserved topping. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until filling is bubbly and topping is lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack.

Steps:

• 1. In a large, microwave-safe bowl, combine the heavy cream and chocolate. Microwave on high for 3 minutes. Let sit for about 4 minutes, then whisk until the mixture is smooth and shiny, about 4 minutes. 2. Place plastic wrap directly on the surface of the mixture and refrigerate until firm enough to mold, at least 4 hours. 3. When the mixture is firm, us a tablespoon to scoop up spoonfuls of the chocolate and roll into 1-inch balls. Quickly roll the balls in the cocoa powder or powdered sugar (or a mix). Refrigerate until ready to serve. Note: To make the truffles dairy-free, substitute the heavy cream for 2 cups (475ml) full-fat coconut milk or 2 ripe avocados.