Cardamom Pudding Cakes

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C)

Cut out eight squares of parchment paper or aluminum foil, each measuring 10 inches on a side

Place two squares together and set aside. Reserve

Wash the pears in cold running water, scrubbing them gently

Using a small sharp knife, make a cut around the entire pear, lengthwise, to remove the core

Split the pears in half and separate them, using a fork or knife

Remove the core and set aside

Cut each half of the pear into four pieces and place them in a bowl

Add the remaining ingredients and mix well

Divide the mixture into four portions

Keeping the papers stacked, prepare the packages

Distribute the portions among them

Close the packages and arrange them on a baking sheet

Place the package in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes

Serve immediately in the same package

103 calories per serving

Note: If you prefer, substitute ground cardamom with equal amounts of ground cinnamon

Two ways to fold and cut the parchment paper or aluminum foil:

1) Fold the rectangle of paper in half lengthwise and cut it into a corona shape

Place the food on one half and fold the other half over it

Close the package by folding along the edge and bake in the oven

After baking, make a cut in X at the top of the package and open it by pushing away the points

2) Fold the square paper into two triangles

Place the food on one triangle and fold the other over it

Close the package by folding along the edges and bake in the oven

After baking, make a cut in Y at the top of the package and open it by pushing away the points.