Spicy Roasted Pears

Yields
4 servings

Total Time
30 mins

Slightly underripe pears are perfect for roasting because they soften just enough in the heat of the oven. Serve them with any kind of roasted pork, or as part of a composed plate with Calvados Pan-Fried Pork Chops and Roasted Winter Kale.

Photo: Yunhee Kim; Styling: Karen Shinto

2 medium red pears, cut into eighths and cored, but not peeled

1/4 teaspoon ground ancho chile

1/4 cup pure maple syrup

1 sprig (4-in.) rosemary

Coarse sea salt and black pepper to taste

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°. Put pears in an ovenproof baking dish big enough to hold them in a single layer.

Step 2

Whisk ancho chile and maple syrup together and drizzle over pears. Tuck in rosemary sprig.

Step 3

Roast, uncovered, turning once, 20 to 25 minutes.

Step 4

Remove from oven and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Step 5

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 101Calories from Fat 1.5

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2g1%

Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 2.8mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 26g9%

Dietary Fiber 2.6g11%
Protein 0.3g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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