Made-Over French Toast with Spiced Pears

INGREDIENTS

• 3 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 2 large ripe pears, cored and sliced
• 2 large eggs
• 1/3 cup milk
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 4 slices bread
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• 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds, for garnish