Cookbooks are one of my favorite gifts to give family and friends each year because they pull double-duty in the gift-ability department: They’re useful and often gorgeous, owing to a modern tendency to be filled with high-quality photos or illustrations….
This Oatmeal with Roasted Pears, Walnuts, and Toasted Cream is so delicious I might start serving it for dessert. Pear halves are coated in butter and brown sugar, then roasted until tender and lightly caramelized. They nestle into a bed of creamy cinnamon and nutmeg spiced oatmeal adorned with an additional sprinkle of brown sugar, toasted walnuts, and a drizzle of toasted cream. This sweet and hearty brunch dish is perfect for chilly fall and winter mornings when warm and cozy are the most important goals of the day….
