Maple-Pear Sauce

• 4 Anjou or Bartlett pears, cored and sliced
• Grated zest of ½ lemon plus juice of 1

In a bowl, toss together the pears and lemon juice. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the pears and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes. Add the lemon zest, maple syrup, and ¼ cup (60 ml