BHA & BHT Free Honey-Roasted Pears
Caramelized at the edges and fragrant with fresh thyme, these roasted pears are the kind of effortless dessert that looks far more impressive than the effort involved. The glaze comes together in minutes — just honey, unsalted butter, and a splash of apple cider vinegar — and it transforms into something deeply golden and sticky as the pears roast low and slow in the oven. For anyone navigating preservative-free eating, packaged sweets and store-bought desserts can be a minefield of hidden additives, so having a go-to recipe built entirely from whole, recognizable ingredients is genuinely valuable. Every component here is clean and straightforward: fresh fruit, real butter, raw honey, and herbs. A halfway baste with the pan juices keeps the pears luscious and ensures that caramelized finish on the cut side. Serve them warm with a spoonful of those glossy pan juices pooled underneath, and a scatter of fresh thyme leaves if you want a little extra herbal lift. Simple, stunning, and completely free of anything you'd have to second-guess on a label.
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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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