POACHED ORANGE PEARS

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Although these pears are very simple to prepare, they are quite elegant. I especially love to serve them when fresh raspberries are in season. They make a beautiful presentation for special occasions and are always well liked by both young and old. -Edna Lee, Greeley, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-1/2 cups orange juice
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
4 large pears, peeled and halved
1/2 cup fresh raspberries

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring the orange juice, brown sugar and cinnamon stick to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Add pears; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender but firm., Using a slotted spoon, place each pear half in a dessert dish. Garnish with raspberries. Drizzle with poaching liquid.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 5mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Anthony O'Connor
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I love that this recipe is so simple to make. It's a great way to enjoy fresh pears.


fariha wajiha
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These poached pears are the perfect dessert for a romantic dinner.


Shakira
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to impress your guests.


Laith Ali
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This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


Prageeth Douglas
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I made these pears for my family and they loved them! Even my kids, who don't usually like pears, ate them all up.


Sanju K.c
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These poached pears are a great way to use up leftover pears.


michalle carroll
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I added a little bit of cinnamon to the poaching liquid, and it gave the pears a wonderful flavor.


Rozy SantaCruz
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I used a different type of pear than the recipe called for, and they turned out great! This recipe is very versatile.


Muntazer Mehdi
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I'm not a big fan of pears, but I really enjoyed these poached pears. The orange sauce is what really makes them special.


Bapono Henry Seuk
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These poached pears are so elegant and delicious. They're perfect for a special occasion dinner.


Dina Mutale
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I made these pears for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. I will definitely be making them again.


samiullah Sumir
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This was my first time poaching pears, and it was so easy! I followed the recipe exactly and the pears turned out perfectly. They were the perfect addition to my holiday dinner.


pindo production
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I love this recipe! The pears are always so tender and the sauce is so flavorful. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit.


Lukmon Fagbemi
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These poached orange pears were a delightful treat! The pears were soft and juicy, and the orange sauce was perfectly balanced between sweet and tangy. I served them with a dollop of whipped cream, and they were absolutely divine.


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