Maple Pears

Name: Maple Pears
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 3 medium pears, peeled and cubed; 1/4 cup sliced almonds; 2 tablespoons toasted wheat germ; 2 tablespoons maple syrup; 1 tablespoon butter, melted; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; TOPPING:; 1-1/2 cups (12 ounces) vanilla yogurt; 4-1/2 teaspoons maple syrup

These buttery baked pears enjoy round-the-clock popularity. They bring ease and elegance to dessert or breakfast. —Amelia Ginett, Sodus, New York

Ingredients

3 medium pears, peeled and cubed
1/4 cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons toasted wheat germ
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
TOPPING:
1-1/2 cups (12 ounces) vanilla yogurt
4-1/2 teaspoons maple syrup

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Transfer to a greased 1-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until pears are tender.
In a small bowl, combine the topping ingredients. Serve with warm pears.

Originally published as Maple Pears in Country Woman October/November 2007