Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350F & prepare pans. Thoroughly blend the margarine, sugar & golden syrup. Beat in the eggs & add the milk, mix well. Stir in the pears. Carefully stir in the previously combined dry mix. Place in pans & bake for 25-30 mins.

Makes 12-14.

Variations: FP with Caraway - Add 3 tsp of caraway seeds to the wet mix.

FP with Nuts - Add 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans to the wet mix.

FP & Double Ginger - Add 1/2 cup crystallised ginger to the wet mix.

FP with Raisins - Add 1/2 cup chopped raisins to the wet mix.

FP with Rye - Replace the flour with 3 cups rye flour & 4 tsp baking powder.

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