Red wine poached pears
Tender pears are gently poached in rich red wine infused with warm spices like cinnamon, star anise, and vanilla. Served with a luscious spiced syrup and a drizzle of double cream, this elegant dessert is perfect for special occasions. Ensure the pears are firm enough to hold their shape while simmering to perfection.
Ingredients
- Red wine750 ml
- Cinnamon1 ცალი
- Vanilla pod1 ცალი
- Cloves2 ცალი
- Star anise2 ცალი
- Nutmeg1 ჩაის-კოვზი
- Double cream100 ml
- water50 ml
Instructions
5 steps- 1
Place the wine, sugar and the herbs and spices into a pan over a medium heat and bring to the boil.
- 2
Reduce the heat to a simmer, then add the pears and poach for 20-30 minutes, or until softened, but still firm. (Turn the pears frequently to keep them covered with the wine.)
- 3
Remove the pears and set aside. Bring the poaching liquid back up to the boil and cook until the liquid is reduced to a syrup.
- 4
For the chocolate sauce, place the butter, sugar, cream, cocoa powder, water and chocolate into a pan over a low heat and stir until melted and combined. Continue to heat the sauce for 4-5 minutes, until thick and glossy.
- 5
To serve, place a pear into the centre of each dish of six dishes and pour the chocolate sauce around. Serve with a dollop of crème fraîche. Dust with cinnamon powder.
Nutrition
1 serving ≈ 167 g
Nutrition values are estimates. - means data is unavailable.
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