Grilled Pear Wedges with Spiced Butter

These are great by themselves and incredible served with vanilla ice
cream or frozen yogurt.

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

2 pears, cored and cut into eighths, lengthwise
5 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom

Preparation:

Prepare the grill. Divide the sliced pears between four skewers. Melt
the butter in a small saucepan. Brush skewers with butter and grill
for five minutes. Turn the skewers over and grill for five more
minutes. Stir the spices and brown sugar into the remaining butter,
dissolving the sugar. Remove the skewers and place the pears on four
plates, drizzle the butter, sugar mixture on each.