Xanthan gum is a polysaccharide that is used as a thickener. Leave it out if you wish.
1 jar (28 ounces) of pears in their own juice
1/3 cup raw cashews
1 tablespoon alcohol-free vanilla extract
1 teaspoon xanthan gum
1. Drain the pears and reserve the juice for another use.
2. In a blender, blend the pears until smooth.
3. Add the cashews, vanilla, and xanthan gum, and blend until smooth. Chill before serving over pie or fruit desserts.
Note: You may also substitute unsweetened jarred peaches in their own juice for the pears.