SAUCY SPICED PEARS

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We serve these tangy, saucy pears over angel food cake, pound cake or with a little yogurt or vanilla ice cream. Sprinkle with a favorite topping. -Joy Zacharia, Clearwater, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
3 large Bosc pears (about 1-3/4 pounds), cored, peeled and sliced
Thinly sliced fresh mint leaves, optional

Steps:

In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, combine the first nine ingredients and, if desired, cayenne. Cook over medium-high heat until butter is melted, 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally., Add pears; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; cook, uncovered, until sauce is slightly thickened and pears are crisp-tender, 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cool slightly. If desired, top with mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 130mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges