Raisin-Sauced Pears

This microwave recipe for a spicy sauce or glaze for fresh pears is a quick way to serve them as a side dish.

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This microwave recipe for a spicy sauce or glaze for fresh pears is a quick way to serve them as a side dish.

Servings
6

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 tsp. cornstarch
  • 1/4 tsp. dry mustard
  • 1/8 tsp. ground cloves
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup raisins
  • 2 Tbs. slivered almonds
  • 3 ripe medium Bartlett pears, cored and halved

Preparation

Combine all ingredients except pears in microwave-safe 2-cup measure or bowl. Microwave on high power until slightly thickened, 1 1/2 to 3 minutes; stir twice during cooking. Place pears cut side up in round baking dish, with large end of pears toward outside of dish. Pour sauce over pears. Microwave on high 5 1/2 to 6 minutes or until pears are tender. Serve warm.

Nutrition Information

  • Calories 165
  • Carbohydrate Content 40 g
  • Cholesterol Content 0 mg
  • Fat Content 2 g
  • Fiber Content 3 g
  • Protein Content 1 g
  • Saturated Fat Content 0 g
  • Sodium Content 7 mg
  • Sugar Content 0 g

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