Soy-Free Classic Poached Pears
Indulge in the timeless elegance of Soy-Free Classic Poached Pears, a dessert that's as simple as it is stunning. Perfectly tender Bosc pears are gently simmered in a fragrant blend of water, granulated sugar, citrus zest and juice, warm cinnamon, and the delicate aroma of vanilla bean. This sophisticated recipe, free of soy and heavy additives, balances sweet and zesty notes to create a light yet decadent treat. Whether you serve them warm or at room temperature, these pears shine with their natural flavor, enhanced by a luscious syrup made from the reduced poaching liquid. Ready in under an hour, this show-stopping dessert is ideal for dinner parties, holiday gatherings, or a cozy night in.
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
Peel the pears, leaving the stems intact. Slice a small section off the bottom of each pear so they can stand upright.
Zest the lemon and orange, avoiding the white pith. Then, cut these fruits in half and squeeze their juice into a medium saucepan.
Add the lemon and orange zest to the saucepan along with the water and sugar.
Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Add both the seeds and the pod to the saucepan.
Place the cinnamon stick into the saucepan.
Over medium heat, bring the liquid to a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
Once the sugar is dissolved, lower the heat and gently place the pears into the liquid.
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.
Once cooked, remove the pears from the poaching liquid and let them cool slightly.
Optionally, you can further reduce the poaching liquid over medium-high heat into a syrup to serve alongside the pears.
Serve the poached pears warm or at room temperature, drizzling with the reduced syrup if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1266 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 45 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 331.7 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.9 g | 107% | |
| Total Sugars | 281.8 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 219 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1176 mg | 25% | |
*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.
