Low Fat Classic Poached Pears
Transform dessert into a light and elegant treat with these 'Low Fat Classic Poached Pears'—a timeless recipe that’s as healthy as it is stunning. Perfectly ripe Bosc pears are gently poached in a fragrant spiced syrup infused with vanilla bean, cinnamon stick, star anise, lemon, and cloves. This low-fat dessert boasts delicate sweetness with layers of warm, aromatic flavors, all while being simple to prepare in under an hour. Ideal for dinner parties or a refined weeknight indulgence, serve these tender pears chilled and drizzled with the glossy reduced syrup. With its gluten-free and dairy-free profile, this recipe is a must-try for health-conscious foodies seeking a guilt-free yet decadent finish to their meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole Bosc pears
- 4 cups Water
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 whole Lemon
- 1 stick Cinnamon stick
- 1 whole Vanilla bean
- 4 pieces Whole cloves
- 1 whole Star anise
Instructions
Peel the Bosc pears, leaving the stems intact. Gently core the pears from the bottom using a small melon baller or a teaspoon. Set aside.
In a large saucepan, combine the water and granulated sugar. Stir gently over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely.
Slice the lemon in half and squeeze the juice into the pot. Add the lemon halves as well for extra flavor.
Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds using the back of a knife. Add both the seeds and the pod to the saucepan.
Add the cinnamon stick, whole cloves, and star anise to the liquid.
Bring the liquid to a gentle simmer over medium heat, ensuring it does not reach a full boil.
Once the poaching liquid is ready, carefully add the peeled pears. Lower the heat to maintain a gentle simmer and cover the saucepan with a lid.
Allow the pears to poach for 25 to 30 minutes, occasionally turning them gently with a spoon. The pears should be tender but not mushy, easily pierced with a knife.
Once cooked, remove the pears using a slotted spoon and let them cool to room temperature or chill in the fridge before serving.
Reduce the poaching liquid by simmering it gently without the lid for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened. Strain the liquid to remove the spices and lemon halves.
Serve each pear on a dessert plate, drizzled with some of the reduced syrup. Optionally, garnish with a bit of fresh mint or a sprinkle of finely chopped nuts.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
838 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.9 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 42 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 219.0 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.9 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 170.1 g | ||
| Protein | 4.0 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 199 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1026 mg | 22% | |
*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.
