Warm, fragrant, and deeply comforting, this spiced pear sauce is the kind of thing you'll want to spoon over everything — oatmeal, pancakes, roasted pork, or just eaten straight from the jar. Ripe pears are simmered down with Ceylon cinnamon, ground ginger, and a touch of maple syrup until they collapse into a silky, naturally sweet sauce that feels almost luxurious for how simple it is. A splash of apple cider vinegar stirred in at the end brightens the whole thing and keeps it from tasting one-note. Every single ingredient here is straightforward and grain-free by nature, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved — just clean, wholesome cooking. You can leave it chunky with a potato masher for a more rustic texture, or blend it smooth if you want something closer to a pourable glaze. It's the kind of versatile condiment that quietly becomes a staple once you've made it once.
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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.
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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