SPICED TEA POACHED PEARS

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Pears are among my favorite fall fruits. This lovely dessert makes them especially spectacular. Easy elegance at its best-and that's important around the holidays.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

7 cups water
1-1/4 cups packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
1/3 cup honey
9 orange-flavored black tea bags
12 medium pears
SAUCE:
1/2 cup creme fraiche or sour cream
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine the water, brown sugar, cranberry sauce and honey. Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; add tea bags. Cover and steep for 5-8 minutes., Meanwhile, core pears from bottom, leaving stems intact. Peel pears; cut a thin slice from bottom to level if necessary. Remove and discard tea bags. Add pears to the pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until pears are tender. Remove pears with a slotted spoon and keep warm., In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups tea mixture to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to 1/2 cup, about 20 minutes., In a small bowl, combine the creme fraiche, confectioners' sugar and orange zest. Place pears on dessert plates. Drizzle with syrup and serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 13mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Ahsan ILyas
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These pears are the perfect way to end a meal.


Jitendra Chhtry
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I can't wait to try this recipe with different types of pears.


Bipul Mistry
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These pears are a perfect addition to a cheese plate.


hyper SOHAIL
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I love the beautiful color of these pears.


Fthey Fthey
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These pears are a great way to get your kids to eat fruit.


Icon Dexter
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I've never poached pears before, but this recipe made it easy.


Umrah Ali
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I made these pears for a potluck and they were a huge hit!


Christal West
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These pears are a great way to use up leftover spices.


Ahmed Hamdia
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's a new favorite!


Maria Magana
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These pears are the perfect dessert for a special occasion.


home gamer
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I love the way the spices complement the sweetness of the pears.


Fuxyxjxyviv Uogudtdivjvuv
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These pears are so elegant and delicious. I can't wait to make them again.


Asad Nazir
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Definitely a keeper!


Musbahu Hamisu
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Yum!


Waqar Ghaffar
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I followed the recipe exactly and my pears turned out great! They were tender and flavorful, and the poaching liquid made a delicious syrup.


cherry bomb
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These pears were a bit too tart for my taste, but I still enjoyed them. I think I would add a little more sugar to the poaching liquid next time.


Abdellatif salloum
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I've never had poached pears before, but these were delicious! The poaching liquid was perfectly spiced and the pears were cooked to perfection.


Mwanaidi Mwavyamatso
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These pears are so easy to make and they taste amazing! I love the combination of spices and the poaching liquid makes them so tender and flavorful.


Bakhat Rokaya
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I made these pears for a dinner party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the beautiful presentation. I will definitely be making them again.


David Corona
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These pears were a delightful treat! The poaching liquid infused them with a wonderful aroma and flavor, and the spices added a touch of warmth and depth. They were perfect served with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.