Simple Roasted Pears

Directions

1. 1
   Lightly grease 8 half-pear shapes on a baking sheet.
2. 2
   Sprinkle Pumpkin Pie Spice liberally over the buttered areas.
3. 3
   Place each cored, UNPEELED pear half on each greased spot.
4. 4
   Bake at 350° (180°C) for 20-30 minutes, until the pears are oozing and a fork goes in easily.
5. 5
   Cool on the pan.
6. 6
   Serve warm with cut sides up, sprinkled with the slivered, toasted almonds.