1. Place the pears in a microwave-safe bowl (2 1/2 liter or 2 1/2 quart.) Mix in the 7UP, lemon zest, cinnamon stick, and brown sugar.

2. Cover with plastic wrap and poke a hole in the center to release the steam.

3. Cook on HIGH(1200W) for 3 – 4 minutes. Reduce power to LOW(30%) as soon as it comes to a boil. Cook for an additional 7 – 8 minutes.

4. Let it sit and cool before serving.

* Makes a great dessert when served with ice cream.

For how long you should cook with your microwave oven, see Cooking Time vs Wattage Conversion.
For more tips of using Microwave Oven, see Sachiko's Guideline to Microwave Cooking.