Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. butter or margarine
  • 1 c. granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 c. flour
  • 1/8 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1/4 c. yogurt or buttermilk
  • 1 c. coarsely chopped pears
  • 1 tsp. vanilla

Method

  • Cream butter; gradually beat in granulated sugar.
  • Beat in eggs, one at a time.
  • Combine dry ingredients; add to egg mixture alternately with yogurt.
  • Stir in pears and vanilla.
  • Pour into greased 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan.
  • Bake at 350° for 1 hour.