Pear Pancake

This is another family favourite from Bonnie Stern - a dish we've served for many years for weekend brunches at Victoria Beach and on Christmas mornings.

In a skillet (you may wish to bake the pancake in the same skillet), saute:

1 1/2 tbsp butter

4 firm pears (Anjou) cut up in small chunks

1/2 tsp cinnamon

1/3 cup brown sugar

I add cranberries (dried or fresh) to add colour and tartness.

Whisk together:

3 eggs

2 tbsp. sugar

1/2 cup milk

1/2 cup flour

Spread the pears in an oven proof dish (or leave in skillet) and pour batter over the pears. Bake uncovered for 20-25 min in 400 degree oven. An iron skillet works well and adds drama to the table, but don't burn your fingers grabbing the handle!

Double the recipe to serve 5-6 people.