This is a wonderful substitute for apple pie. You can leave the peel on Asian pears to increase nutrients and save time. Additional mix-ins such as fresh or dried cranberries, pecans or almonds could be included as well. Quick and delicious!
4 cups Asian pears, sliced or diced
2 tbsp. margarine
¾ cup quick-cooking oats
¼ cup sugar
¼ cup flour
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. lemon juice
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Coat baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Peel Asian pears and dice or cut into slices. Melt margarine in a small bowl in the microwave.
In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients except Asian pears. Stir until well blended.
Place Asian pears in a 9 x 13 baking dish and spread oat mixture on top.
Bake about 45 minutes or until desired brownness. Serve with vanilla bean ice cream.
Tags: Asian pears, cinnamon, flour, lemon juice, quick cooking oats, sugar
