POACHED PEARS WITH MIXED GREENS
Special occasions call for deliciously different salads like this. Slices of pretty poached pears add fabulous flavor to a mixed green salad.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Peel, core and quarter the pears. Place cut side down in an 11x7-in. baking dish. Add wine or grape juice. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon liquid. Cool pears to room temperature. , For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, sugar, oil, salt, cayenne, pepper and reserved poaching liquid. Thinly slice the pears. In a large salad bowl, combine the arugula, endive and pears. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with blue cheese and walnuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 113mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
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KENNY BETTS
betts.kenny@aol.comThis recipe is a great way to use up leftover pears. I made it with some pears that were starting to get a little soft and they turned out perfectly. The mixed greens were a nice addition and helped to balance out the sweetness of the pears.
Sabir Mehmood
sabir.m85@aol.comI love this recipe! The pears are always perfectly poached and the mixed greens are a great way to add some variety. I also like that this dish can be served warm or cold.
jane Patterson
j_patterson59@yahoo.comThis recipe is easy to follow and the results are impressive. The pears were tender and flavorful, and the mixed greens were a nice complement. I will definitely be making this again.
abdul cader
a-c59@hotmail.comI've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The pears are always perfectly poached and the mixed greens are a great way to add some extra nutrients to the dish.
Abdul Wahab
wa8@hotmail.comI'm not a big fan of pears, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The pears were really good and the mixed greens were a nice addition.
Charmaine Jaftha
cj@hotmail.co.ukThis recipe is a keeper! The pears were perfectly poached and the mixed greens were delicious. I loved the combination of flavors and textures.
Zeeshan Arif
z.a59@hotmail.frI made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! The pears were so elegant and the mixed greens were a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.
Mirza Popy
p55@hotmail.frThe poached pears were delicious! I served them with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkling of chopped nuts. It was a perfect dessert.
Kinza Arooj
arooj_k82@hotmail.co.ukI've never poached pears before, but this recipe made it seem easy. The pears turned out beautifully and the mixed greens were a great complement. I will definitely be making this again.
AMI NOOB
ami.n@yahoo.comThese poached pears were a delightful treat! The pears were tender and juicy, and the mixed greens were perfectly dressed. I especially loved the subtle hint of cinnamon in the poaching liquid. It really elevated the dish.