Wine Baked Pears

Retro recipe from "My Great Recipes" packet of recipe cards. Bosc and Anjou pears are recommended but card says any variety can work well.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2

Peel pears and cut in half lengthwise. Core from blossom end, leaving stem intact.

Step 3

Insert cloves at bottom of each pear and half of a cinnamon stick in the cavity. Place in a shallow baking dish. Pour wine into dish, sprinkle pears with sugar and lemon zest.

Step 4

Cover and bake for 10 minutes, basting and turning a few times. Uncover and bake 10-15 minutes more. Serve hot or cold, spooning wine over the pears.