Pears Dessert With Whipped Cream

Sample Dishes from Turkish Cuisine

Pears Dessert With Whipped Cream (Armut Tatlısı)

Preparation

Pare pears leaving stems on. Cut into half lengthwise, and core. Place pear halyes in a pan. Add water and sugar. Bring to boil. Reduce heat. Cook gently over low heat for 30 minutes or until tender. Remove pears from pan; drain. Arrange on a serving plate cored sides up. Boil syrup gently for 5 minutes or until thickened. Pour over pears; cool. Fill centers with whipped cream. Sprinkle with crushed pistachionuts. Chill and serve.

Servings: 6

Nutritional Value
(in approximately one serving)

Regional Characteristics:

It is prepared in various parts of the country. In some areas, walnuts are used instead of pistachionuts.