Poached Pears

* Exported from MasterCook *

Poached Pears

Recipe By : Elizabeth Powell
Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:40
Categories : Desserts Fruit
Healthy And Hearty

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 sticks cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon whole cloves
1/2 teaspoon allspice berries
1 quart dry white wine
1 1/2 cups sugar
6 pears

Tie spices loosely in a cheesecloth bag. Add to wine and sugar in a large
kettle. Bring just to boiling, turn heat to low, and simmer 5-10 minutes.
Peel, core, and halve pears and place in simmering wine mixture. Simmer
10 minutes, remove from heat. Allow to steep in wine at least 20 minutes. May
be served warm or chilled.

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NOTES : For a non-alcoholic version, use unsweetened sparkling cider in place
of wine.