1.
Combine all the raspberry sauce ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.
2.
Place the pears in a microwave safe bowl (2 1/2 liter or 2 1/2 quart) and add the brown sugar, lemon peel, cinnamon stick and 7-up.
3.
Cover with a vented microwave lid. * Cook on HIGH (1200W) for 3 - 4 minutes. When it starts to boil, reduce the power to LOW (30%) and cook for 7 - 8 more minutes.
4.
Take out the bowl, cover with a lid and refrigerate overnight.
5.
Place each pear on a serving plate and slice it in half and core. Add the ice cream; decorate with whipped cream and the <Raspberry Sauce>. Garnish with mint leaves to serve.
* When using plastic wrap as a cover, poke a hole in the center to release the steam.