Cinnamon-Spiced Baked Pears

1. 1
   prep · ~2 min

   Preheat oven and prepare the baking dish.

   1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

   2.Lightly grease a small baking dish with a dab of butter.
2. 2
   prep · ~5 min

   Halve and core the pears.

   Slice each pear in half lengthwise. Use a small spoon or melon baller to scoop out the core and seeds, creating a small hollow in each half.

   TIPChoose pears that are ripe but still firm — overly soft pears will turn mushy when baked.
3. 3
   mix · ~1 min

   Make the cinnamon-honey glaze.

   1.In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, honey, cinnamon, ginger, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
4. 4
   assemble · ~1 min

   Arrange pears and drizzle with glaze.

   1.Place the pear halves cut-side up in the prepared baking dish.

   2.Spoon the cinnamon-honey glaze evenly over each pear half, letting it pool in the hollow centers.
5. 5
   bake · ~30 min

   Bake until tender and caramelized.

   Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, basting the pears with the pan juices halfway through. The pears are done when a knife slides in easily and the edges start to caramelize.

   TIPIf the pears need more colour, switch to broil for the last 2 minutes — watch closely so they don't burn.
6. 6
   rest · ~5 min

   Let the pears rest briefly.

   Remove from the oven and let the pears sit in the baking dish for 5 minutes. The juices will thicken slightly as they cool.

7. 7
   assemble · ~1 min

   Plate, garnish, and serve warm.

   1.Transfer two pear halves to each serving plate.

   2.Spoon any remaining pan juices over the top.

   3.Scatter chopped walnuts over each portion.

   4.Add a dollop of plain yogurt on the side.

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