Autumn Poached Pears

Beautiful autumn colors and flavors combine to make this festive topping for vanilla ice cream, custard, pudding. Or eat the pears on their own. So easy and quick to prepare in the microwave!

Step: 1

Melt butter in the microwave for 30 seconds. Stir in brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Arrange pear slices on a microwave-safe baking dish. Pour butter mixture over pears, cover, and microwave until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in cranberries, pepitas, and walnuts.

Per Serving: 112 calories; protein 1.1g; carbohydrates 17.1g; fat 5.2g; cholesterol 7.6mg; sodium 23.3mg.

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