Chai Roasted Pears

Chef's Delight

Rosie Morgan

A word from the chef: These halved pears, roasted in a homemade chai syrup, are perfect for those doing Veganuary. This is such a simple recipe, it takes only a couple steps to make a delicious versatile dessert.

INGREDIENTS

(Makes eight servings)

75 grams brown sugar

150 grams water

One cinnamon stick

5-6 cardamom pods

Three chai teabags

Four pears peeled and halved

METHOD

Preheat oven to 170°c (340°f) or 160°c (320°f) if fan assisted.

In a saucepan, add the brown sugar, water, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods and chai teabags. Heat on a medium heat for 5-10 minutes until slightly thickened.

Place the peeled and halved pears into a deep baking dish.

Remove the teabags from the syrup and pour the syrup over the pears.

Bake for 20-30 minutes until the pears have softened.

Serve warm.

Cooled leftovers can be transferred to an airtight container and kept in the fridge for up to five days.

ABOUT THE CHEF

Rosie Morgan, who is a freelance food photographer, food stylist and recipe developer can be found on Instagram or Facebook @pinkhairedpastrychef