Pears make for a delicious change of pace from the more usual apple in this easy, fragrant fruit mash. Et it as is, swirl in a dollop of yogurt, or freeze the sauce in small plastic containers for a lunchbox dessert that doubles as an ice pack. It can also be used in some recipes as a substitute for apple sauce this holiday season.
Enjoy this holiday treat from Noni Robinson of the Robinson Nutrition Group.
Pear Sauce
Ingredients
- 4 large, vey ripe pears, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/4 cup water (optional)
- Mild pear mash makes a perfect backdrop for other flavors. After you mash the pears, try adding:
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon or ginger
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries or strawberries (add these at the beginning of cooking)
Instructions
- Put the pears and maple syrup in the pot and put on the stove (If pears aren't supper juicy, add the water)
- Turn the heat down to low and cook, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the pears are very soft and falling apart, about 20 minutes
- Turn the heat down to low and cook, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the pears are very soft and falling apart, about 20 minutes
- Cool for 10 minutes, then mash with the potato masher or fork
- Cool to room temperature, and serve or cover and refrigerate up to 5 days