Red Wine Poached Pears
Red Wine Poached Pears take simple fruit to a whole new level. Poached in spiced red wine, they’re a rich, elegant dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 4 Bosc pears
- 1 bottle red wine 750 ml, (such as Shiraz, Merlot, or Sauvignon - I used Merlot)
- 1 cup orange juice
- ½ cup honey
- 4 cloves
- 2 cinnamon sticks
Instructions
- Peel the pears, making sure to keep the stems intact.
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the red wine, orange juice, honey, cinnamon sticks, and cloves. Mix the ingredients until well combined.
- Add the peeled pears to the pot with the wine mixture and bring it to a boil.
- Once the mixture starts boiling, reduce the heat to medium and let the pears cook for about 35-45 minutes. To ensure even cooking, gently turn the pears every 5-10 minutes.
- Once the pears are tender and infused with the flavors, remove the saucepan from the heat and allow them to cool off slightly.
- Serve the Red Wine Poached Pears with Spices with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert. Enjoy!