PARTY ANYTIME CHOCOLATE PEAR DIP
MAKES 2 CUPS

INGREDIENTS

1 can (15 ounces) Bartlett pear halves slices, drained
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate morsels
1 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

METHOD

Cut pears in 1/4-inch dice; set aside. Microwave chocolate morsels in microwave-safe bowl on HIGH for 1 minute; stir. Microwave for additional 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Gradually stir in yogurt; mix well. Stir in honey, vanilla extract, cinnamon and reserved pears. Use to dip animal crackers, teddy grahams, sugared wontons, lady fingers or pretzels.