Blueberry and Pear Torte with White Chocolate Ice Cream | Emeril Lagasse

Treat yourself to an irresistible dessert starring juicy pears and blueberries, and last but not least, a scoop of homemade white chocolate ice cream to kick it up a notch. You won’t want to miss this one! BLUEBERRY AND PEAR TORTE WITH WHITE CHOCOLATE ICE CREAM SERVES 8 TO 10 BASIC SWEET PIE CRUST: 1 1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, plus more for surface 1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into 1/4-inch pieces and chilled 2 tablespoons vegetable shortening, chilled 3 tablespoons ice water, or as needed TORTE: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 pounds (about 4) Bosc pears, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced lengthwise 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon water 2 tablespoons cornstarch Pinch of salt 1 cup fresh blueberries WHITE CHOCOLATE ICE CREAM: 3 cups heavy cream 2 cups whole milk 1 vanilla bean 12 large egg yolks 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup white chocolate Fresh blueberries, for serving C