Autumn Dessert Recipe

Ingredients for Autumn Dessert

• 2 ripe but firm pears, peeled, cored, and diced
• 1/4 cup water + 2 tablespoons cold water
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup raisins
• 1 tablespoon butter
• Ground Cinnamon
• Ground Nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• Cinnamon Swirl Bread
• Ice Cream

How to Make Autumn Dessert

1. In a medium saucepan, combine 2 ripe but firm pears, peeled, cored, and diced, with 1/4 cup water, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1/4 cup raisins, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg.
2. Cook over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pears are tender.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 2 tablespoons cold water until smooth.
4. Stir the cornstarch slurry into the pear mixture.
5. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 1-2 minutes).
6. Remove from heat and serve warm over 2 slices of cinnamon toast.
7. For an extra touch of indulgence, top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.