Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Spray 2 loaf pans with nonstick cooking spray.
Spread 1 cup of pecans on a shallow baking pan and pop in the oven for 5-6 minutes or until fragrant. Allow the nuts to cool a bit, then chop and set aside.
Wash, peel, core and dice the pears and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine vegetable oil, the 2 sugars and the eggs and mix until well combined.
Add the chopped pecans and pears to the bowl, along with the vanilla. Combine well and set aside.
In another large bowl, add the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and cardamom. Mix well.
Combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients and stir until completely mixed through.
Pour evenly into the 2 loaf pans.
Bake for 60 minutes, or until cooked through. If the edges begin to brown before the center is cooked, cover the pans with aluminum foil. Allow to cool slightly before slicing and enjoying.
