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Red Wine Poached Pears Recipe

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Red Wine Poached Pears are a classic and elegant dessert featuring tender pears simmered in a spiced red wine and orange juice mixture, sweetened with honey and infused with cinnamon and cloves. This simple yet sophisticated recipe results in delectable, aromatic pears perfect for serving warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Ingredients

Pears

  • 4 Bosc pears

Poaching Liquid

  • 1 bottle (750 ml) red wine (such as Merlot, Shiraz, or Sauvignon)
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 4 cloves
  • 2 cinnamon sticks

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pears: Peel the Bosc pears carefully, ensuring the stems remain intact for presentation.
  2. Combine Poaching Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, pour in the red wine, orange juice, and honey. Add the cinnamon sticks and cloves, then stir gently to combine all ingredients.
  3. Add Pears to Saucepan: Place the peeled pears into the saucepan with the spiced red wine mixture.
  4. Bring to a Boil: Heat the mixture over medium-high heat until it reaches a gentle boil.
  5. Simmer the Pears: Reduce the heat to medium and let the pears simmer for 45 minutes. Turn the pears gently every 5 to 10 minutes to ensure they cook evenly and absorb the flavors.
  6. Check for Tenderness: After 45 minutes, test the pears by piercing them with a fork; they should be tender but still hold their shape.
  7. Cool Slightly: Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the pears to cool slightly in the poaching liquid to deepen the flavor.
  8. Serve: Serve the poached pears warm, accompanied by a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful finish.

Notes

  • Choose firm yet ripe pears like Bosc, as they hold their shape well during poaching.
  • Turning the pears regularly ensures even cooking and flavor absorption.
  • Substitute honey with brown sugar or maple syrup for a different sweetness profile.
  • Leftover poaching liquid can be boiled down to a syrup and drizzled over the pears for extra flavor.
  • For a non-alcoholic version, substitute red wine with grape juice or cranberry juice.

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