Best 3 Minted Pears Recipes

Indulge in the delectable symphony of flavors with our tantalizing minted pears, a refreshing and flavorful treat that will elevate your taste buds to new heights. This culinary masterpiece features ripe and juicy pears, delicately poached in a fragrant mint-infused syrup, resulting in a symphony of sweet, minty, and subtly tart notes. Served as a standalone dessert or paired with yogurt, ice cream, or a dollop of whipped cream, these minted pears offer a delightful balance of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.

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**Pear and Mint Salad:** Experience a refreshing twist on the classic fruit salad. This recipe combines crisp pears, mint leaves, and a tangy dressing for a light and flavorful side dish or a delightful appetizer.

**Pear and Mint Tart:** Satisfy your sweet cravings with this delectable tart. Featuring a buttery crust filled with a creamy pear and mint filling, this dessert is perfect for special occasions or as an indulgent treat.

**Pear and Mint Smoothie:** Kickstart your day with a nutritious and refreshing smoothie. This recipe blends pears, mint, yogurt, and a hint of honey for a healthy and flavorful breakfast or snack option.

**Pear and Mint Jam:** Elevate your breakfast routine with this homemade jam. Made with pears, mint, and a touch of sugar, this jam offers a unique and delicious spread for your toast, scones, or pancakes.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

MINTED PEARS

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My grandmother would use food coloring to make red and green pears only at Christmastime, and I enjoy carrying on her tradition. When I prepare this for a salad, I fill the centers with fresh fruit, fruit cocktail or cottage cheese. As a dessert, there are more options...a dab of whipping cream with a cherry on top, a drizzle of chocolate on top of the whipped cream or a scoop of sherbet in a contrasting color. -Mary Selner, Green Bay, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2-3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 medium ripe pears
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
2 drops green food coloring
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon mint extract
Fresh mint sprigs

Steps:

Peel pears and cut in half lengthwise; remove cores. In a large skillet, bring sugar and water to a boil. Reduce heat; add food coloring and extract. Carefully place pears in syrup. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until tender. , Place pears in a deep bowl; pour syrup over pears. Make sure pears are completely covered in the syrup to prevent browning. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until serving. Garnish with fresh mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 92g carbohydrate (82g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

BROILED LAMB CHOPS WITH MINTED PEARS

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This is an easy and quick dish made with canned pear halves. I copied from a co-worker about 13 years ago.

Provided by Oolala

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) can pear halves, drained
1/4 cup butter, melted, can use margarine
1 large lemon, juice of, can use 1/4 cup lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried mint
mint jelly (optional)
8 lamb chops, enough for 4 sevings
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
garlic powder, to taste

Steps:

Season lamb chops and place on a boiler pan.
Arrange pear halves, cut side up in an ovenproof dish; or can arrange around the lamb on the broiler pan if desired.
Mix butter (or margarine), lemon juice and mint in a small bowl.
Brush mixture over the pear halves, reserving mixture.
Broil chops until done, turning lamb midway through cooking. Check on pears and can baste with the mixture again. Turn pears if you like.
Meanwhile, heat the remaining lemon juice mixture and and serve with the broiled pears and lamb.
If desired, fill pear halves with mint jelly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 753, Fat 62.3, SaturatedFat 29.6, Cholesterol 171.1, Sodium 193.7, Carbohydrate 17.6, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 11, Protein 31.9

MINTED PEARS

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Make and share this Minted Pears recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 lb pear, halved
1 lemon, juice of
1/2 cup sugar or 1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons chopped fresh spearmint

Steps:

Peal pears and poach in water and lemon juice. Drain, reserving 1 cup of the liquid.
Combine the liquid with sugar or honey and heat until sugar dissolves.
Add mint and simmer 10 minutes. Pour hot liquid over pears. Cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.9, Fat 0.2, Sodium 2.1, Carbohydrate 43.8, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 36.4, Protein 0.6

Tips for Making Minted Pears

Choose ripe, firm pears. Overripe or bruised pears will not hold their shape well when poached.
Use a variety of pears. Different varieties of pears will give your dish a more complex flavor. Some good choices include Bartlett, Bosc, Anjou, and Comice.
Poach the pears in a flavorful liquid. The poaching liquid can be made with water, wine, sugar, and spices. You can also add herbs, such as mint, or citrus zest.
Let the pears cool completely before serving. This will help them to hold their shape and make them easier to slice.
Serve the pears with a variety of toppings. Some good choices include whipped cream, ice cream, yogurt, or granola.

Conclusion

Minted pears are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They are perfect for a refreshing summer dessert or a light and healthy snack. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a minted pear recipe that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy pears, give this classic recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!