Creamy, Crunchy Fruit-and-Nut Sandwiches

By Batgirl

Sweet, crunchy, and complex in flavor. This is a grown-up version of your childhood favorite -- the PB&J.

Ingredients

• 2/3 cup almond butter
• 1/4 cup agave nectar or pure maple syrup
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or other nuts of choice
• 1/4 cup sweetened dried cranberries
• 8 slices whole grain bread
• 2 ripe Bosc or Anjou pears, cored and thinly sliced

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a small bowl, combine the almond butter, agave nectar, walnuts, and cranberries, stirring until well mixed.

2. Divide the mixture among the bread slices and spread evenly. Top 4 slices of the bread with the pear slices, spread side up. Place the remaining slices of bread on top of the pear slices, spread side down. Slice the sandwiches diagonally and serve at once.