Peanut Free Spiced Pear Sauce
Ripe pears, warm spices, and a splash of apple cider vinegar come together in a sauce that tastes like autumn in a jar. The Ceylon cinnamon and ground ginger give it a gentle, aromatic heat that feels a little more refined than your average spiced fruit condiment. Everything simmers down in one saucepan until the pears are completely tender, then you can mash it chunky or blend it silky smooth depending on your mood. A drizzle of maple syrup keeps the sweetness natural and balanced, while the vinegar adds just enough brightness to keep things interesting. Store-bought fruit sauces often come with vague labeling and shared-facility concerns, but this one is made entirely from whole, straightforward ingredients you can trust. It's wonderful spooned over oatmeal, swirled into yogurt, served alongside roasted pork, or honestly eaten straight from the spoon while it's still warm.
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6 servings
- 2 lbs ripe pears (about 4 medium), peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ½ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the pear chunks, water, maple syrup, Ceylon cinnamon, ground ginger, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir to coat the pears.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the pears are completely tender and collapse easily when pressed with a spoon, about 20–22 minutes.
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