Cut the butter into small cubes. 

In a food processor add the flour, salt, and butter and run until a crumb forms. While the food processor is running slowly drizzle in the ice water. The dough will come together in a ball. It shouldn’t be too sticky. 

Take the ball of dough out of the food processor and form it into a disk, then wrap in plastic wrap and place it in the fridge for 30 minutes. 

Preheat the oven to 350f and line a baking tray with parchment paper. 

Roll out the dough into a thin disk, about 5mm in thickness and about a ruler in diameter. Slice the pears and lay them in the center of the dough disk, lay them into a beautiful pattern, then sprinkle on the spices but be sure to leave about 4 inches around the side. Sprinkle on the spices.

Fold the sides over, and they will overlap. Then use a fork to whisk together the egg and brush it all over the top of the pastry. Sprinkle on the sugar and bake for 15 – 20 minutes or until golden brown on top and cooked on the bottom.