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Pear and ginger compote

• ½ cup Cristal de Caña sugar
• 4 ripe pears, peeled and diced
• ¼ cup water
• 1 teaspoon of grated fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• ¼ teaspoon of cinnamon powder (optional)

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the pears, sugar, water and ginger.
2. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the pears soften and the mixture thickens, for about 25-30 minutes.
3. Add the lemon juice and cinnamon (optional) and cook for a few more minutes.
4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
5. Serve the compote warm or cold, alone or with ice cream or yogurt.