Ginger-Pear Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Spray a 6-cup fluted tube pan or a 13x9x2-inch baking pan with nonstick coating.
2. 2
   In a mixing bowl combine the sugars, oil, and egg whites.
3. 3
   Stir mixture until well blended.
4. 4
   Add the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, the 2 tablespoons crystallized ginger, baking soda, and nutmeg.
5. 5
   Stir mixture just until moistened.
6. 6
   Stir in shredded pears.
7. 7
   Pour batter into the prepared pan.
8. 8
   Bake in a 350F (180C) F oven for 50 to 55 minutes.
9. 9
   Cool completely.
10. 10
    For topping, in a bowl combine yogurt and the 1 teaspoon crystallized ginger.
11. 11
    Cover and chill several hours before serving.
12. 12
    To serve, dollop each serving wtih the ginger-yogurt topping.
13. 13
    Sprinkle with nutmeg, if desired.