Instructions: *Peel the pears, quarter them lengthwise, and core. Slice pears thinly and place in a saucepan with the apple cider and ginger. Add a pinch of salt.

*Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until pears are tender, about 15 minutes.

*Dissolve arrowroot starch in 1/3 cup cold water and add to the simmering pears, stirring, until the sauce is thick and clear.

*Remove from heat and stir in almond extract. Serve warm or cold.

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