POACHED PEAR AND DRIED APRICOTS WITH CHOCOLATE SAUCE

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Categories     Chocolate     Dessert     Quick & Easy     Pear     Apricot     Fall     Gourmet     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon dark rum
1 large pear
6 whole dried apricots, chopped
1/2 ounce fine-quality bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1/4 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • In a heavy saucepan combine the sugar, the rum, and 1/2 cup water and simmer the mixture for 2 minutes. Add the pear, peeled, halved, and cored, and the apricots and poach the fruit, covered, spooning the syrup over the pear occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the pear is tender. In a small heavy saucepan combine the chocolate, 2 tablespoons water, and the vanilla and heat the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly, until it is smooth. Transfer the pear halves to a work surface, cut them diagonally, into 1/4-inch-thick slices, and fan them onto 2 plates. Sprinkle the apricots over the pear slices and spoon the chocolate sauce around the fruit.

ASIK KHAN
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I'm not a big fan of pears, but I loved this recipe. The chocolate sauce really makes the dish.


rakib miya
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a truly special dessert.


Ngareta Vakatini
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I wasn't sure how I would like the combination of pears and apricots, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors go together really well.


tech kurd_plus
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of pears, apricots, and chocolate is simply irresistible.


Fhdy Fbr
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This is one of my favorite desserts. It's so simple to make, but it always impresses my guests.


Motin Islam
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe!


ramzan shakoor
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The pears were a bit too tart for my taste, but the sauce was amazing.


Jessica Stephen
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I made this for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors.


mark jacques
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Easy to make and absolutely delicious!


Bert Macklin
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This was a delightful dessert! The poached pears were tender and juicy, the dried apricots added a chewy texture and tart flavor, and the chocolate sauce was rich and decadent. I will definitely be making this again.