Sweet Almond Cream Of Buckwheat With Skillet Pears

Name: Sweet Almond Cream Of Buckwheat With Skillet Pears
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups fat-free milk; 1/2 cup uncooked cream of buckwheat; 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons sugar, divided; 1 tablespoon light butter; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon almond extract; 1/4 teaspoon salt; Cooking spray; 2 cups chopped ripe pear; 1/4 cup dried cherries; 2 tablespoons water; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Servings: persons

2 cups fat-free milk
1/2 cup uncooked cream of buckwheat
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons sugar, divided
1 tablespoon light butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
Cooking spray
2 cups chopped ripe pear
1/4 cup dried cherries
2 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

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Bring milk just to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in cream of buckwheat; reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes or until thickened, stirring frequently. Remove buckwheat from heat; stir in 2 tablespoons sugar, butter, and next 3 ingredients.
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While buckwheat cooks, heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add pear, remaining 2 teaspoons sugar, cherries, 2 tablespoons water, and cinnamon to pan. Bring to a simmer; cover and cook 4 minutes. Remove from heat.
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Spoon cereal evenly into 4 bowls. Top evenly with pear mixture and almonds.
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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups fat-free milk, 1/2 cup uncooked cream of buckwheat, 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons sugar, divided, 1 tablespoon light butter, and more.

Yes, Sweet Almond Cream Of Buckwheat With Skillet Pears falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!