Asian Pears with Star Anise Baked in Parchment

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   Preheat the oven to 350F.

2. 2

   Cut 4 pieces of parchment paper to measure 12 inches square each.

3. 3

   Juice the lemon into a small bowl.

4. 4

   Halve each pear horizontally.

5. 5

   Dip the cut sides of the pears in the lemon juice (to prevent browning).

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   Using a melon baller, remove the core from each half.

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   Place 1 star anise in the cored center of each pear half.

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   Drizzle 1 tablespoon honey over each star anise.

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   Place 1 pear half, cut side up, on each piece of paper.

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    Working with one at a time, hold a pear half in paper in the palm of your hand; gather the edges of the paper around the fruit with your free hand.

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    Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet.

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    Pour 1 tablespoon vermouth into each pear half in parchment.

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    Twist the paper tightly around the top of each fruit to seal.

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    Bake 45 minutes; the pears should be tender.

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    Transfer the packets to shallow bowls.

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    Serve immediately, opening the packets at the table.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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