BAKED STUFFED PEARS

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This simple dessert is a tasty ending to our Thanksgiving meal of roast turkey or pork. Pears are a yummy change from the typical apples. -Marie Labanowski, New Hampton, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 medium ripe pears (about 2 pounds)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/3 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
1/4 cup golden raisins
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon butter
2/3 cup apple juice

Steps:

  • Core pears and peel 1 in. down from the top on each. Brush peeled portion with some of the lemon juice. Place in a greased 1-qt. baking dish., In a bowl, combine the walnuts, raisins, syrup, brown sugar, lemon zest, cinnamon and remaining lemon juice. Spoon into pears. Dot with butter. Pour apple juice around pears. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-40 minutes or until pears are tender, basting several times.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 707 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 33mg sodium, Carbohydrate 160g carbohydrate (115g sugars, Fiber 23g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Jenaya Durand
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I'll definitely be making these pears again. They're the perfect dessert for a special occasion.


Jubayer Hasan
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These pears were amazing! The filling was so flavorful and the pears were perfectly tender.


Anthony Skoumbas
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The pears were a bit dry. I think I'll try poaching them next time.


YOUR CHANNEL
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I made these pears for my family and they all loved them. Even my picky kids ate them up!


sahidujjaman shahi
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These pears were so easy to make and they turned out so delicious. I'll definitely be making them again.


MUHMMAD SJAAD
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I thought the pears were a bit too sweet, but my husband loved them.


Inkeri Rantala
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I loved the combination of the pears and the filling. It was a perfect balance of flavors.


David Houghton
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The pears were a bit bland. I think I'll add some spices next time.


Javonnie Williams
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I've made these pears several times and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


X.khobaib.X Naseer
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These pears are perfect for a special occasion. They're elegant and delicious.


Ambreen Arshad
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I substituted dried cherries for the cranberries and they worked great.


Sheaik Juwel
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pears turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.


Kobu Lynn
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The pears were a bit too firm for my taste, but the filling was delicious.


Kathra
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I made these pears for a dinner party and they were a hit! Everyone loved them.


Stacy wendy
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were impressive. My guests raved about the pears.


Plabon Ghosh
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Yum! The pears turned out so soft and juicy, and the filling was a perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Binam Ad
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These baked stuffed pears were a delightful treat! The pears were perfectly tender and the filling was flavorful and aromatic. I especially loved the combination of the sweet pears, tangy cranberries, and crunchy walnuts.