Ginger Pears

• 1 can (1-lb, 14-oz) pear halves
• 1/2 cup port
• 1/2 cup syrup from pears
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• Few grains salt
• 2 Tbsp chopped preserved ginger

Drain pears, reserving syrup. Combine port, 1/2 cup syrup from pears, lemon juice, salt and ginger. Bring to boil, lower heat and simmer 5-10 minutes. Pour over pears, cool and then chill.

Yield: 3-4 servings

NOTE: Serve as meat accompaniment or as dessert topped with sour cream, whipped cream or ice cream.