Gingerly Sauced Pears

Ingredients

• 2 Tablespoons ghee
• ½ cup orange juice
• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ⅛ teaspoon mineral-rich salt
• ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
• 3 large pears, cored and sliced or cubed (optional topping)
• 1 Tablespoon real maple syrup

Instructions

1. In a cast iron or heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine all ingredients except pears. Cook over medium heat until ghee is melted and spices mix – about 1-2 minutes.
2. Add pears and stir, then bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook until sauce thickens slightly and pears are tender, about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Remove from heat. If desired, drizzle maple syrup over the top.