Pears in Red Wine
Elevate dessert to an art form with this stunning recipe for Pears in Red Wine—a timeless classic that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfectly poached pears are infused with the bold flavors of dry red wine, orange zest, warm cinnamon, cloves, and vanilla for a fragrant and indulgent treat. The pears simmer gently in this spiced wine bath until tender while absorbing a rich ruby hue. Completing the dish, the poaching liquid is reduced into a luscious syrup that’s drizzled over the pears for a glossy, luxurious finish. Serve these aromatic pears warm or chilled, paired with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an elegant ending to any meal. This fuss-free yet impressive dessert is ideal for dinner parties, holidays, or whenever you need a touch of culinary sophistication.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole Pears (firm, ripe, such as Bosc or Anjou)
- 750 ml Dry red wine
- 150 g Granulated sugar
- 1 whole Orange (zested and juiced)
- 1 whole Cinnamon stick
- 3 whole Cloves
- 1 whole Vanilla pod (split lengthwise)
- 250 ml Water
Instructions
Peel the pears, leaving the stems intact. Trim the bottom slightly so they can stand upright if desired.
In a medium saucepan, combine the red wine, water, sugar, orange zest, orange juice, cinnamon stick, cloves, and vanilla pod. Stir to combine.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
Carefully add the pears to the liquid, ensuring they are mostly submerged. You may need to turn them occasionally if they are not fully covered.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer the pears for 25-30 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a knife. Turn the pears every 5-10 minutes for even coloring.
Once the pears are tender, remove them carefully from the saucepan and set aside on a plate. Increase the heat to medium-high and boil the poaching liquid until it reduces to a syrup-like consistency, about 10 minutes.
Strain the reduced sauce to remove the spices and zest, if desired.
To serve, place a pear on a serving plate and drizzle with the red wine syrup. Optionally, garnish with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1703 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.0 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 69 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 303.0 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.1 g | 111% | |
| Total Sugars | 235.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 259 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 2070 mg | 44% | |
*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.
