Ingredients
- 200g mixed dried fruit, chopped
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp water
- 2 large pears, cored and halved
- ¼ cup macadamia nuts, chopped
Method
Step 1
In a bowl, combine dried fruit, nutmeg, cinnamon, sugar and water.Step 2
Put pear halves in a microwave dish, cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, or until tender but firm.Step 3
Place pear halves on a lightly-greased baking tray with the cored centre facing up. You may need to slice some pear off the bottom to ensure it remains level.Step 4
Spoon fruit mixture into the centre of pears and top with chopped macadamia nuts.Step 5
Bake in a moderate oven, 180°C for 20 minutes, or until macadamia nuts are golden.