Pear Helene

• pears↗4

  peeled

• sugar↗2 tablespoons
• chocolate↗2 ounces
• brandy↗2 tablespoons

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Halve the pears and remove the cores.

2. 2

   Place in a saucepan.

3. 3

   Sprinkle with sugar.

4. 4

   Cover and heat on medium flame for 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Reduce heat.

6. 6

   Cook on low for 5 minutes or until pears are fork tender.

7. 7

   Keep pears warm.

8. 8

   In the meantime, heat a small pan over low heat for 5 minutes.

9. 9

   Break up the chocolate and place in the pan.

10. 10

    Remove from heat.

11. 11

    Cover and set aside for 5 minutes.

12. 12

    Add brandy and pour over pears.

13. 13

    Serve hot with ice cream.