Steamed Asian Pears

INGREDIENTS

2 Asian pears
4 tsp honey
2 dried pitted dates, softened in cold water
Lemon juice (optional)

DIRECTIONS

Wash the pears and pat dry with paper towels. Cut the top off the pears and set aside. Remove the core, creating a hole large enough for the dates.

Spoon half of the honey into each pear. Add one date. Place the top back on the pear. Brush the lemon juice over the skin of the pear if using; this prevents the pear from discolouring.

Steam the pears, covered, for 30 minutes, or until the pears are tender. Serve warm.