Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the sugar, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.

Step 3

On a cutting board, cut the pears lengthwise in 2 halves, removing the cores. Slice into ¹⁄₁₆-inch (1 mm) thick slices. Slice all the way through, but keep the pear halves together.

Step 4

Lay the pie crust on the prepared baking sheet and arrange the pear halves on top, separating the slices to cover the center of the crust, leaving a 1-inch (2 cm) border around the edge.

Step 5

Sprinkle the sugar spice mix over and between the pear slices.

Step 6

Fold the edge of the crust over the pears.

Step 7

Beat the egg in a small bowl, then brush over the crust. Sprinkle coarse sugar on top of the egg wash.

Step 8

Bake for 25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.

Step 9

Serve warm, with ice cream if desired.

Step 10

Enjoy.