Ingredients for Apricot Glazed Pears
- 1/2 cup apricot preserves
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 4 ripe but firm pears
- 4 scoops vanilla ice cream
- Ground Cinnamon
- Cinnamon Sticks
How to Make Apricot Glazed Pears
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup apricot preserves and 2 tablespoons orange juice.
- Halve 4 ripe but firm pears lengthwise and carefully remove the core using a melon baller (or small spoon).
- Arrange pear halves, cut-side down, in a baking dish.
- Pour the apricot mixture evenly over the pears.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until pears are tender.
- Let cool for 15-20 minutes.
- Place one scoop of vanilla ice cream into each pear half.
- Drizzle with the remaining apricot glaze from the baking dish.
- Sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon and garnish each serving with a cinnamon stick.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
2 g
Sugar
128g
Fat
24g
Carbs
14g
