Pistachio Free Honey-Roasted Pears
Roasted pears are one of those desserts that feel far more impressive than the effort involved, and this version delivers serious flavor with just a handful of pantry staples. A simple glaze of honey, butter, and apple cider vinegar gets brushed over the cut sides before the pears go into a hot oven, where they slowly caramelize into something golden and deeply fragrant. Fresh thyme sprigs tuck in alongside each half, lending a subtle herbal note that keeps the whole thing from tipping into cloying sweetness. A pinch of sea salt at the end ties every element together beautifully. The ingredient list is completely transparent — fruit, honey, butter, vinegar, and herbs — so there's no guesswork about hidden nuts or shared-facility concerns that can make store-bought desserts stressful. Serve them warm with the pan juices spooned generously over the top, and don't skip the extra thyme leaves if you have them — they make the plate look stunning with almost zero extra effort.
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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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