I found this a few years ago and it has become a standard at the holidays for us.
Spiced Pears and Pomegranate
Serves 4
Ingredients
3 pears - peeled, cored and cut into wedges
1 pomegranate, skin and light-colored membrane removed
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons finely chopped almonds (Optional)
4 sprigs fresh mint leaves for garnish (Optional)
Directions
Place the sliced pears and pomegranate seeds into a bowl. Toss with lemon juice to coat. Combine the brown sugar, nutmeg, and cinnamon in a small cup or bowl, then mix into the fruit. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to blend the flavors. Serve in individual dishes, and garnish with a sprinkling of chopped almonds and a sprig of mint.
Spiced Pears and Pomegranate
Serves 4
Ingredients
3 pears - peeled, cored and cut into wedges
1 pomegranate, skin and light-colored membrane removed
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons finely chopped almonds (Optional)
4 sprigs fresh mint leaves for garnish (Optional)
Directions
Place the sliced pears and pomegranate seeds into a bowl. Toss with lemon juice to coat. Combine the brown sugar, nutmeg, and cinnamon in a small cup or bowl, then mix into the fruit. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to blend the flavors. Serve in individual dishes, and garnish with a sprinkling of chopped almonds and a sprig of mint.
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