Butterscotch Pears

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This is a delicious, lovely to look at, easy to make dessert.

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Steps

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Heat the oven to 375 degrees f.

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Peel the pears , cut them in half lengthwise and , using a melon baller , scoop out the cores.

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Rub them all over with the lemon half to prevent browning.

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In a large , heavy-based , ovenproof skillet , melt the butter.

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Add the sugar and brown sugar and stir to dissolve.

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Arrange the pears in the pan , cut side down , in a single layer.

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Bake the pears uncovered , basting occasionally with the liquid in the pan , until they begin to soften and color slightly.

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Depending on the pears ripeness , baking time can range from 20 minutes to 1 hour.

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Remove the pears with a slotted spoon and set aside.

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Transfer the pan to a burner and boil the mixture left behind over medium-high heat until it reaches a rich , golden-brown color and smells like caramel , 2 to 5 minute slowly whisk the cream into the caramel until smooth.

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Add the vanilla , salt , and scotch , if using.

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Serve the sauce over the warm pears.

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Ingredients

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pears, lemon, butter, sugar, dark brown sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, salt, scotch whisky