Poached Pears in Simple Syrup

Poached Pears in Simple Syrup

 

Poached Pears in Simple Syrup

When I am looking for a light but delicious dessert after a heavy meal, Poached Pears are one of my favorites. Depending on how ripe the pears are, it will determine how long the pears will take to poach until soft.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Keyword: Poached Pears in Simple Syrup
Servings: 5

Ingredients

  • 4 firm-ripe Bartlett or Anjou pears
  • 2 whole cloves
  • 3 whole star anises
  • 1 cup sugar, add 1/2 cup more if you like it sweeter
  • 5 cups water
  • 0.5 medium fresh lemon

Instructions

  • Place the cloves, star anises, sugar and water in a large saucepan. Peel the pears. Add them into the saucepan. Cut the lemon into slices and place them on top. Cut a piece of parchment paper to the size of your pot. Cut a hole in the center and put it on top of the pears. Make sure the parchment lays flat on the surface of the liquid and holds down the pears.
  • Bring to boil until sugar is dissolved. Simmer pears, gently turning them occasionally, until tender, 20 to 30 minutes depending on ripeness. Place the saucepan out of the heat and let the pears cool into the syrup.

Notes

Simple syrup, or sugar syrup, is very easy to make and is used in many cocktails such as Jell-O Shots, Daiquiris, and Hurricanes to add volume and sweetness. It's made with two parts sugar and 1 part water.

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