Easy Baked Pears

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 ripe pears (1.5 pounds)
• 1/3 cup (66 grams) granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) ground nutmeg
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) water

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Core the pears, leaving the stems intact.
3. In a small bowl, combine the sugar, butter, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. Fill the pear cavities with the sugar mixture.
5. Arrange the pears in a baking dish and add the water.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the pears are tender when pierced with a fork.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 pear):

• Calories: 120
• Fat: 5 grams
• Carbohydrates: 20 grams
• Protein: 1 gram

Dish Characteristics:

• Soft and juicy pears
• Warm and comforting aroma
• Rich and flavorful filling
• Perfect for a sweet dessert or snack

User Comments:

• "These pears were incredibly delicious! The filling was perfectly balanced and the pears were cooked to perfection."
• "I love that this recipe is so easy to follow, even for beginners like me."
• "I served these pears with vanilla ice cream and it was the perfect dessert."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use ripe pears for the best flavor and texture.
• If you don't have unsalted butter, use regular butter and reduce the amount of sugar by 1 tablespoon.
• Don't overfill the pear cavities with the sugar mixture, or the filling may spill out during baking.
• Let the pears cool slightly before serving to avoid burning your mouth.