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    Poached Honey Pears Topped with Ginger Custard

    Poached Honey Pears Topped with Ginger Custard

    This variation of the classic French dessert combines the sweet succulence of pears with rich, ginger-laced custard. It is not difficult to make, nor does it take much time, yet it bears a simple elegance. SERVES 4 4 large pears, ripe but still slightly firm...
    Baked Apples with Honey and Brandy

    Baked Apples with Honey and Brandy

    On a crisp fall or winter day, what could be more comforting than a spicy baked apple adorned with whipped cream? SERVES 4 4 large tart apples (such as Cortland or McIntosh) ВЅ cup honey Вј cup brandy 2 tablespoons water ВЅ teaspoon cinnamon Pinch nutmeg Pinch...
    Maple-Glazed Baked Stuffed Apples with Crme Frache

    Maple-Glazed Baked Stuffed Apples with Crme Frache

    A dessert that is relatively simple to prepare yet tastes so rich and satisfying. The apples are coated with maple syrup and filled with a mixture of walnuts, raisins, and spices that puffs up during baking. The sweetness of the apples and maple syrup is nicely...
    Marinated Oranges in Grand Marnier Sauce

    Marinated Oranges in Grand Marnier Sauce

    If top-quality sweet oranges are available, this fat-free, simple dessert is just the thing to serve as a light finale to a rich or heavy meal or as a sweet conclusion to a brunch. SERVES 4 6 navel oranges 1 teaspoon honey 1 tablespoon water Вј teaspoon cinnamon Two...
    Brandied Fruit Compote

    Brandied Fruit Compote

    You could substitute different fruits in this delicious compote, such as oranges, pears, or figs; the idea is to have a mixture of dried and fresh fruit (all dried fruit is too heavy), and be sure to include the sliced banana. I love the combination of brandy and...