Servings: 8
Pear Sauce Recipe
This pear sauce is a perfect substitute or switch-up from typical applesauce. Use it with sweet or savory dishes or all on its own.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4-5 large pears* peeled and coarsely chopped
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the pears, water, sugar, lemon, cinnamon and vanilla, stir to combine cover and heat over low heat.
- Simmer, stirring occasionally for 20-25 minutes or until fragrant and pears and soft.
- Allow the mixture to cool before transfering to a large food processor. Pulse until no large chunks remain.
- Transfer to an airtight container and chill until ready to eat. Stir before serving.
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Notes
I used a combination of Bartlett and Bosc pears for variations in texture and taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 59kcal, Carbohydrates: 15g, Protein: 0.3g, Fat: 0.1g, Saturated Fat: 0.02g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g, Sodium: 1mg, Potassium: 106mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 10g, Vitamin A: 23IU, Vitamin C: 4mg, Calcium: 11mg, Iron: 0.2mg