Wednesday, February 23, 2011

As cheesy as the video is....

http://foreversnotsolong.com/

What I really want to do with you is just be silly. And read. And talk. And love. And cook and eat, and grow. and play....

Sunday, February 13, 2011

Ginger Almond Pears.....Mmmmmmm

Ingredients:

5 firm ripe pears
3 cups apple cider
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh ginger root
3 tablespoons cornstarch or arrowroot
1/2 teaspoon pure almond extract
Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Peel the pears, quarter them lengthwise, and core. Slice pears thinly and place in a saucepan with the apple cider and ginger root. Add a pinch of salt.

2. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until pears are tender, about 15 minutes.

3. Dissolve cornstarch or arrowroot in 1/3 cup cold water and add to the simmering pears, stirring, until the sauce is thick and clear.

4. Remove from heat and stir in almond extract. Serve warm or cold.