Whole30 Classic Poached Pears

Delightfully elegant and naturally refined, these Whole30 Classic Poached Pears are the perfect guilt-free dessert or brunch centerpiece. Featuring firm Bosc or Anjou pears gently simmered in a fragrant bath of warm spices, fresh citrus zest, and real vanilla bean, this recipe embodies simplicity and sophistication. The pears are slowly poached to tender perfection, soaking in the subtle sweetness and aroma of cinnamon, cloves, orange, and lemon. Finished with a drizzle of the reduced poaching liquid, this gluten-free, dairy-free dessert is as visually stunning as it is wholesome. Perfect for Whole30 enthusiasts and fans of clean eating, this easy yet impressive recipe can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature, making it ideal for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 whole firm pears (such as Bosc or Anjou)
• 4 cups water
• 1 whole vanilla bean
• 1 whole cinnamon stick
• 3 units whole cloves
• 1 whole orange
• 1 whole lemon

Directions

Step 1

Peel the pears, leaving the stems intact. Cut a thin slice off the bottom of each pear so they can stand upright in the pot.

Step 2

In a medium-large pot, add 4 cups of water.

Step 3

Split the vanilla bean in half lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Add both the seeds and the pod to the pot.

Step 4

Add the cinnamon stick and whole cloves to the water.

Step 5

Using a vegetable peeler, peel wide strips of zest from the orange and lemon. Add them to the pot, careful to avoid too much pith.

Step 6

Juice the orange and lemon and add the juices to the pot.

Step 7

Place the peeled pears into the pot, ensuring that they are mostly submerged in the liquid. You can add a little more water if needed.

Step 8

Bring the liquid to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Once simmering, reduce the heat to medium-low and cover the pot partially.

Step 9

Poach the pears for 20-30 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork. The cooking time may vary depending on the ripeness and size of the pears.

Step 10

Once tender, carefully remove the pears from the pot using a slotted spoon. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 11

Increase the heat and reduce the poaching liquid for about 10 minutes, or until it becomes slightly syrupy.

Step 12

Place each poached pear on a serving plate, drizzle with a little of the reduced poaching syrup, and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1868.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	505.4

Total Fat 1.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 46.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 131.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.0g	0%
Total Sugars 81.8g
Protein 4.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 220.9mg	0%
Iron 2.1mg	0%
Potassium 1180.0mg	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: 1.9%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 95.0%