Soy-Free Classic Poached Pears

Elevate your dessert game with these Soy-Free Classic Poached Pears, a timeless recipe that's as elegant as it is simple to prepare. Perfectly ripe Bosc pears are gently simmered in a fragrant blend of citrus, cinnamon, and vanilla, creating a delicate flavor profile that is both sweet and subtly spiced. With minimal prep and cook time, this naturally soy-free dessert is a stress-free way to impress guests or enjoy a refined treat. Enhance the presentation by serving the pears upright and drizzling them with the optional reduced syrup for a glossy, decadent finish. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these poached pears are a versatile dessert perfectly suited for celebrations or quiet evenings alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large Bosc pears
• 4 cups Water
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 whole Vanilla bean
• 1 whole Cinnamon stick
• 1 whole Lemon
• 1 whole Orange

Directions

Step 1

Peel the pears, leaving the stems intact. Slice a small section off the bottom of each pear so they can stand upright.

Step 2

Zest the lemon and orange, avoiding the white pith. Then, cut these fruits in half and squeeze their juice into a medium saucepan.

Step 3

Add the lemon and orange zest to the saucepan along with the water and sugar.

Step 4

Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Add both the seeds and the pod to the saucepan.

Step 5

Place the cinnamon stick into the saucepan.

Step 6

Over medium heat, bring the liquid to a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 7

Once the sugar is dissolved, lower the heat and gently place the pears into the liquid.

Step 8

Simmer the pears gently for about 30 minutes, turning them occasionally to ensure even cooking, until the pears are tender when pierced with a knife.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Optionally, you can further reduce the poaching liquid over medium-high heat into a syrup to serve alongside the pears.

Step 11

Serve the poached pears warm or at room temperature, drizzling with the reduced syrup if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2068.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1266.4

Total Fat 1.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 45.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 331.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.9g	0%
Total Sugars 281.8g
Protein 4.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 219.1mg	0%
Iron 2.1mg	0%
Potassium 1175.7mg	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: 0.8%

Protein: 1.3%

Carbs: 97.9%