Happy New Year!

A sweet new recipe to start off the new year.

Roasted Pears with Rosemary
serves 4

2 pears, sliced in half lengthwise, core removed
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
handful of fresh rosemary stems
olive oil

Pre heat the oven at 400˚F
Spread the olive oil over a foil lined cookie sheet. Place 1 sprig of rosemary into each pear half and turn them  (cut side down) on to the cookie sheet. Sprinkle bits of fresh rosemary on top and on the sides of the pears. Bake for 20 to 30 minutes or until the pears are easy to pierce with a fork and juice dribbles out of the sides. If you want you can turn the pears over and turn on the broiler for about 3 to 4 minutes, watch the pears!
Meanwhile, in a small but heavy pot, slowly cook down the balsamic vinegar until thick and syrupy, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.

Place each half of the pear onto a plate and garnish with fresh rosemary. Pour the syrupy balsamic vinegar over the pears and serve warm. You can also add some fresh vanilla ice cream to the top of the pears.