Artificial Food Coloring Free Honey-Roasted Pears
Caramelized at the edges and glossy with a honey-butter glaze, these roasted pears are the kind of effortless dessert that looks far more impressive than the effort involved. A splash of apple cider vinegar keeps the sweetness balanced, while fresh thyme adds a subtle herbal note that makes the whole dish feel a little sophisticated. Every ingredient here is exactly what it says it is — real fruit, real honey, real butter — so there's no need to squint at a label hunting for synthetic dyes or artificial additives hiding in a packaged glaze or flavoring. The oven does most of the work, slowly coaxing the pears into something tender and deeply golden while the pan juices concentrate into a natural sauce worth spooning over every bite. Serve them warm as a dessert, a brunch side, or even alongside a savory cheese plate and let the simplicity speak for itself.
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4 servings
- 2 firm-ripe bosc or anjou pears, halved lengthwise and cored
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Arrange the pear halves cut-side up in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- 2
Combine the honey, butter, and apple cider vinegar in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring until the butter is melted and the mixture is smooth, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
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