Ingredients
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- 4 firm ripe pears (Bosc or Anjou)
- 4 cups filtered water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Peel the pears, keeping the stems intact, and rinse under cold water.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine water, sugar, cinnamon sticks, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Gently add the pears to the poaching liquid, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Simmer for 20-25 minutes until tender but still firm. Turn occasionally for even flavor infusion.
- Remove from heat and let cool in syrup for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve chilled or warm, drizzled with syrup.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using star anise or ginger as spice alternatives.
- Try poaching in apple cider or herbal tea for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear (150g)
- Calories: 207
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg