Maple Baked Pears

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350F.
2. 2
   Quarter the pears lengthwise, and remove the cores and stem ends.
3. 3
   Cut each quarter in half lengthwise.
4. 4
   Arrange in a 9 by 9-inch nonstick baking pan.
5. 5
   Drizzle the syrup over the pears, and sprinkle with a little cinnamon.
6. 6
   Scatter the walnuts over the pears.
7. 7
   Bake until the pears are tender but not overcooked, 25 to 30 minutes.
8. 8
   Stir the mixture well about 15 minutes into the baking time.
9. 9
   Serve warm in shallow bowls or over frozen yogurt if desired.
10. 10
    Omit the walnuts; sprinkle the pears with about 1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips once out of the oven.
11. 11
    Calories: 221
12. 12
    Total Fat: 4g
13. 13
    Protein: 2g
14. 14
    Carbohydrate: 42g
15. 15
    Cholesterol: 0mg
16. 16
    Sodium: 4mg