Yield: 4 servings.
2 ripe pears
Juice from a lemon
3 teaspoons maple syrup, divided
½ cup heavy whipping cream
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
Preheat oven to 375°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cut pears in half and brush flesh with lemon juice. Cut a small slice from skin side of each pear half so they lie flat on the baking sheet. Remove seeds with a spoon. Place pear halves on baking sheet, skin side up, and drizzle each with about ½ teaspoon maple syrup and more lemon juice.
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until soft and lightly browned on the edges. Remove from oven and set aside.
In a small bowl, using a hand mixer, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add cinnamon and nutmeg; mix a few seconds more.
Place pear halves on serving dish. Top with remaining maple syrup and a dollop of cinnamon cream.
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