Pear Sorbet

2 (14 ounce) cans pears in heavy syrup
1 teaspoon almond extract
3 tablespoons crystallized ginger
Fresh mint sprigs

Place cans of pears in the freezer for at least 8 hours.

When ready to assemble, remove cans from freezer and place in hot water for a couple of minutes. Open cans and place pears in a food processor, along with almond extract and crystallized ginger. Process until smooth. Place pear sorbet in individual serving bowls and garnish with mint if desired.