Pear Extraordinaire

Elevate your dessert game with the stunning 'Pear Extraordinaire'—a show-stopping dish bursting with elegance and flavor. Perfectly poached pears, infused with the warm essence of cinnamon, cloves, vanilla, and honey, are the epitome of sophistication. The pears are simmered to tender perfection in a spiced, aromatic syrup, then draped in a luscious homemade caramel sauce featuring rich brown sugar, creamy butter, and a touch of sea salt. Topped with a cloud of whipped cream and optional mint garnish, this dessert is as visually delightful as it is mouthwatering. Ideal for special occasions or dinner parties, this easy-to-follow recipe is sure to impress both the eyes and the palate. Try 'Pear Extraordinaire' today for a decadent, restaurant-quality treat made right in your kitchen! Keywords: poached pears recipe, caramel sauce, elegant dessert, holiday desserts, gourmet pear recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces ripe but firm pears (such as Bosc or Anjou)
• 4 cups water
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 piece lemon
• 1 piece cinnamon stick
• 4 pieces whole cloves
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup light brown sugar
• 1 pinch sea salt
• 1 cup whipped cream
• 4 pieces mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the pears, leaving the stems intact, and cut a small slice from the bottom of each pear so they can stand upright.

Step 2

In a large saucepan, combine water, granulated sugar, honey, the juice of 1 lemon, the cinnamon stick, cloves, and vanilla extract. Stir to dissolve the sugar.

Step 3

Place the peeled pears into the saucepan and bring the liquid to a simmer over medium heat. Cover and poach the pears for 20-25 minutes, until tender but not falling apart. Turn the pears occasionally for even cooking.

Step 4

While the pears are poaching, prepare the caramel sauce. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the light brown sugar and stir constantly until it starts to dissolve.

Step 5

Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring, and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Add a pinch of sea salt and cook for 3-5 minutes until thickened slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 6

Once the pears are tender, remove them from the poaching liquid and let them cool slightly.

Step 7

To serve, place each pear on a dessert plate. Drizzle generously with warm caramel sauce and add a dollop of whipped cream on the side. Garnish with a mint leaf if desired.

Step 8

Enjoy your Pear Extraordinaire immediately while still warm!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2517.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3427.3

Total Fat 142.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 84.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 406.4mg	0%
Sodium 355.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 554.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.3g	0%
Total Sugars 507.8g
Protein 4.9g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 334.7mg	0%
Iron 2.7mg	0%
Potassium 1258.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.4%

Protein: 0.6%

Carbs: 63.0%