This rustic torte is a lovely way to end any cool-weather meal. It features pears, soaked in rum and brown sugar, that melt into a moist, nutty-flavored cake, leaving only their complex sweetness on ...

I like to make this in a 9-inch loaf pan. You can also make it in a bowl. It comes out of either nicely, and both are good presentations. You will need a double boiler and a hand mixer. In a small ...