Ginger Pear Upside Down Cake

I was reading my email blast from Saveur on line. This recipe for Ginger Pear Upside Down Cake tickled my fancy and I ran out and bought some pears. Not only did this feel like "Fall" but I also needed another dessert for yet another Rosh Hashana dinner.

This was relatively easy to make and assemble. Hence, the end result was so-so. Although it looked super pretty, it was a bit on the bitter side. It bugs me when things don't taste as good as they look.

If you do plan on trying this recipe, I used only 2 1/2 pears. The recipe calls for 4-5 pears which is way too much.

You be the judge!