A scrumptious and healthful winter treat!

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Serves 4

2 to 3 apples, cored and chopped
2 to 3 pears, cored and chopped
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1/2 cup raisins
juice of 1 lemon
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons honey or agave nectar
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh ginger

Place apples, pears, water, maple syrup, and raisins in a large saucepan with water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes. Add lemon juice and cinnamon. Cook for another 10 minutes or until fruit is soft.

While fruit is cooking, place chopped nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat and toast, stirring often, for 5 minutes. Continue to stir constantly while drizzling honey or agave nectar and sprinkling ginger over the nuts.

Top warm fruit with toasted nuts and enjoy!