Ginger Free Honey-Roasted Pears
Roasted fruit is one of those deceptively simple techniques that turns something humble into something genuinely stunning, and these honey-roasted pears are a perfect example. The glaze — a quick stir-together of honey, butter, and apple cider vinegar — caramelizes beautifully in the oven, giving the cut surfaces a deep golden color and a sweet-tart richness that tastes far more complex than the ingredient list suggests. Fresh thyme sprigs roast right alongside the pears, perfuming the whole dish with a gentle herbal note that keeps things from tipping into cloying territory. A final spoonful of the pan juices ties everything together into a glossy, fragrant finish. Many warming desserts and roasted fruit recipes lean heavily on ginger for that aromatic kick, but this one proves you don't need it — the vinegar brings brightness, the honey brings depth, and the thyme brings all the sophistication you could want. Serve them warm as a light dessert, a brunch centerpiece, or alongside a sharp cheese for something a little more unexpected.
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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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