Grilled Ginger Pear Sundaes

Chef mariajane's Note:

Pears team well with peppery and slighty sweet ginger. You can make your own homemade ice cream a few days ahead of time for the best flavour and convenience - so delicious!!

• Total Time: 10 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 2 cups low-fat vania ice cream or 2 cups frozen yogurt , softened
• 1⁄3; cup crystallized ginger , diced
• 4 large ripe but firm pears
• 2 tablespoons butter , melted
• 4 teaspoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 3 tablespoons caramel ice cream topping
• 3 tablespoons toasted sweetened flaked coconut

Directions:

1. In bowl, stir ice cream with crystallized ginger; cover and refreeze until firm, about 1-2 hours.
2. Cut pears in half lengwise and core. In small bowl, mix together butter, sugar and ground ginger; brush some on cut surfaces.
3. Place cut side down on grill over medium-high heat; close lid and grill for 2-3 minutes or until grill marked.
4. Brush skins with remaining butter mixture; turn over and grill for 2-3 minutes or until softened. Scoop ginger ice cream on to individual plates or bowls. Arrange pear halves beside ice cream. Drizzle with caramel sauce; sprinkle with coconut. Serve immediately.