Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 pears, peeled and cored
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup white wine
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup citron liqueur
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 cloves
- 1 lemon, sliced
Special equipment needed:
- Large saucepan with lid
- Slotted spoon
- Serving dish
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large saucepan, combine water, white wine, sugar, citron liqueur, cinnamon stick, cloves, and lemon slices. Stir to combine.
2. Add the peeled and cored pears to the saucepan, making sure they are fully submerged in the liquid.
3. Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover the saucepan with a lid.
4. Simmer the pears for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
5. Use a slotted spoon to carefully remove the pears from the liquid and transfer them to a serving dish.
6. Increase the heat to high and boil the remaining liquid until it has reduced by half and thickened slightly.
7. Pour the reduced liquid over the pears and serve immediately.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Temperature:
Simmer on low heat
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 215
Fat per serving: 0g
Carbohydrates per serving: 47g
Protein per serving: 1g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- White wine can be substituted with apple juice or grape juice.
- Citron liqueur can be substituted with limoncello or lemon juice.
Variations:
- Add a vanilla bean to the poaching liquid for a vanilla flavor.
- Top the poached pears with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
- Add sliced almonds or chopped pistachios to the serving dish for a crunchy texture.
Tips and tricks:
- Choose pears that are firm and not too ripe for best results.
- Use a spoon or melon baller to core the pears.
- To prevent the pears from discoloring, place them in a bowl of cold water with lemon juice until ready to use.
Storage instructions:
Store leftover poached pears in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
To reheat, place the pears and any remaining liquid in a saucepan and heat on low until warmed through.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the poached pears on a white platter or individual dessert plates for an elegant presentation.
Garnishes:
Garnish with fresh mint leaves or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Pairings:
Serve with a glass of white wine or champagne.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve with a side of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pears are not fully submerged in the liquid, add more water or wine as needed.
- If the poaching liquid is too sweet, add a squeeze of lemon juice to balance the flavors.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the pears are fully cooked before serving.
- Store leftover poached pears in the refrigerator and discard after 3 days.
Food history:
Poached pears have been a popular dessert in Europe since the Middle Ages.
Flavor profiles:
The poached pears have a delicate flavor with hints of citrus and cinnamon.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a light and refreshing dessert after a heavy meal.
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