Poached Pink Pear Delight

Indulge in the sophisticated elegance of Poached Pink Pear Delight, a visually stunning dessert that’s as flavorful as it is beautiful. Perfectly ripe Bosc or Anjou pears are gently poached in a fragrant medley of dry rosé wine, vanilla bean, cinnamon, and star anise, resulting in a soft, blush-pink hue and a delicate infusion of aromatic spices. A final drizzle of reduced syrup, made from the poaching liquid, enhances the sweetness and richness of this dish. This recipe not only offers a luxurious dessert option for dinner parties but is also deceptively simple, requiring just 15 minutes of prep time. Serve it warm or at room temperature, garnished with fresh mint leaves for a touch of refinement. Perfect for lovers of fruit-based desserts, Poached Pink Pear Delight is a show-stopper that embodies elegance and flavor in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces ripe but firm pears (e.g., Bosc or Anjou)
• 750 ml dry rosé wine
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 250 ml water
• 1 piece vanilla bean, split and scraped
• 1 piece cinnamon stick
• 1 piece star anise
• 1 piece lemon
• 6 pieces fresh mint leaves (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the pears gently, keeping the stems intact. Slice the bottom of each pear slightly so they can stand upright.

Step 2

Zest the lemon and set the zest aside. Cut the lemon in half and rub it over the peeled pears to prevent browning.

Step 3

In a large saucepan, combine the rosé wine, sugar, water, vanilla bean (both the seeds and the pod), cinnamon stick, star anise, and lemon zest.

Step 4

Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar has completely dissolved. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Add the prepared pears to the saucepan, ensuring they are fully submerged in liquid. If needed, use a piece of parchment paper to cover the pears and keep them submerged.

Step 6

Simmer the pears gently over low heat for 30-40 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a knife. Rotate the pears occasionally to ensure even coloring.

Step 7

Once cooked, remove the pears from the poaching liquid and set them aside to cool on a plate.

Step 8

Increase the heat under the saucepan and boil the poaching liquid until it reduces to a syrupy consistency (approximately 10-15 minutes). Strain the syrup to remove the spices.

Step 9

To serve, place one poached pear on each plate. Drizzle generously with the reduced syrup and garnish with fresh mint leaves. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1939.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1653.9

Total Fat 1.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 55.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 290.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.3g	0%
Total Sugars 225.6g
Protein 4.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 216.7mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 1518.7mg	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: 1.4%

Protein: 1.5%

Carbs: 97.0%