2 large pears, halved and cored
1/8 teas. orange or almond extract
2 tbsp. slivered almonds
sugar to taste
2 teas. butter
1/3 cup cream sherry

Place pear halves in a 9-inch square baking dish. Combine almonds and butter and sauté until almonds are slightly browned. Add extract to butter/nut mixture and spoon a small amount into cavity of each pear half. Sprinkle with sugar; add sherry. Bake at 350^o for 30 minutes. Serve hot or cold. Top with sweetened whipped cream if you choose. Serves 2.

Source: Southern Living Cookbook For Two