I think there’s just something incredibly fancy about serving up a beautiful dish of poached pears at a dinner party. Anyone can make a cake or cookies, but to take the time to make something completely different and unique. I think this Poached Pears Recipe is a wonderful touch that will make your guests feel so special!
Wouldn’t you want to see those pretty pears sitting on your dessert plate?
With currants, a little wine and sugar, this Poached Pears Recipe is actually very simple to make, but it packs a pretty big punch in the visual department!
You’ll be seeing a lot more recipes like this on the blog, as I normally only do baked goods, and I know that can get a little boring! I’ve been so busy lately that I’ve hired my pal Kacey to help me fill in the gaps in the Food & Crafts department. I hope you like her goodies!
Poached Pears Recipe
Ingredients:
1 organic bosc pear per serving
¼ cup fresh currants (or red berry)
½ cup sweet white wine
2 cups water
1 tablespoon maple sugar
Instructions:
Carefully wash and peel the pears. Cut off the bottom of the pears to make sure they will sit evenly in the pot while cooking. You may also use a paring knife to ‘core’ part of the pear from the bottom once the flat cut has been made. This is not required, simply makes enjoying it that much more enjoyable!
Place the pears in the pot with the water, wine and currants. Sprinkle the maple sugar over the tops of the pears. Cover and let simmer on low for about 30 minutes.
Carefully check the softness of the pears from the bottom with a fork (to avoid leaving marks on the sides). When the pears are tender remove from the pot and let rest on a plate. Turn up the heat and create a reduction from the remaining liquid. Strain out the seeds and drizzle over the top of the pears. Best when served the same day.
These look great, I have never poached pears before. I didn’t realize how easy it is!
These pears look amazing! OH my! I had no idea they were so easy to make
Those pears look so elegant and pretty. I have never tried a poached pear.
These look so delicious! I love pears, but I’ve never tried them this way before. It would be a great change-up!
These pears look absolutely wonderful. Love a healthier dessert and this is perfect! 🙂
Yum! We have a pear tree in the front yard. I will definitely be trying this in the fall.
This dessert is just lovely. It would be the perfect ending to any dinner.
These look too pretty to eat. LOL. Bet they taste just as good as they look.
Oh, fruit always makes the best desserts. I’ve never had poached Pears before, but it sounds absolutely delicious. We are huge pear fans in this house.
i LOVE poached pears. Now, if the warm weather could just start making an appearance and all the snow disappear!
Wow…these photos are gorgeous Jenn! And the pears look tasty.
This looks cool. Will it still be ok without the wine, or could I somehow substitute?
That does look fancy!!! I’ll take two!
Gorgeous photos and what a gorgeous recipe too!! Very true, serving this would really be special.
Poached pears are such a pretty dish! They’d be a nice change from a normal dessert.
These do look fancy! I’ve never had poached pears. But this makes me ready to try it myself!
Yum! Can I order one now with a glass of wine? It would be my five minutes to unwind after dealing with my sick kiddos all day.
Kacey does great work!! and I LOVE pears. all things pear!
Those look delicious and healthy! YUM!!!!
Yum! That is a different dessert and it looks so good! I’m totally making this!
I see Poached Pears on restaurant menus often, but have never tried them. Being able to make my own at home will be a lot less expensive and give me the chance to customize them 🙂
These look amazing! I never made these before but I can’t wait ! Thanks for coming over and sharing at The Weekend Retreat, hope to see you back at 5pm MST http://mommyondemand.com/