Instructions: Core pears from bottom end, leaving stems intact. Peel pears. If necessary, cut a thin slice from bottoms of pears to help stand upright.

Place pears in a 2-quart-square baking dish. Stir together lemon juice, vanilla, and cinnamon. Brush onto pears. Pour any extra lemon juice mixture over pears.

Bake, covered, in a 375 degree F. oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until pears are tender. Cool slightly.

To serve, place warm pears, stem end up, on dessert plates. Strain baking liquid; pour liquid into a small bowl. Stir in chocolate-flavored syrup. Drizzle sauce over pears. Serve warm.

Servings: 4

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