Sweet Rosemary Pears and Onions
Add to CollectionThis sweet, savory, and easy side dish recipe is colorful, fragrant, and absolutely delicious! Maple syrup and apple cider vinegar create a caramelized sauce while rosemary and thyme enhance the flavor.
Equipment
- Baking dish, 9x13-inch or slightly smaller
- Non-stick Cooking Spray
Ingredients
- 3 large pears , ripe, firm, any in-season pears
- 2 medium red onions , red onions give the dish a beautiful color
- 6 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh or dried thyme
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1½ tsp black pepper , or more to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350° F and then prep the ingredients. Prepare a 9x13 inch (or slightly smaller) baking dish by lightly spraying a layer of non-stick cooking spray.
- Quarter cut the pears lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds. Peel and cut the onion into large wedges. Transfer the pears, onions, and rosemary to the prepared baking dish.
- Drizzle the olive oil, maple syrup, and apple cider vinegar over the top of the pears and onions. Toss carefully with two forks to coat each pear and onion wedge. Sprinkle the top with the fresh or dried thyme and then season well with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 40 minutes. The fruit and veggies should be soft and the liquid slightly caramelized.
- Garnish with additional fresh rosemary prior to serving.
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