Luscious Pears In Raspberry Sauce Recipe

This elegant and simple pear dessert is a Thanksgiving showstopper! Skip the heavy pumpkin pie this year and impress your guests with this light yet decadent recipe. Featuring juicy pears poached in a luscious raspberry sauce, it's incredibly easy to make with just 30 minutes of cooking time. Use the finest ingredients for the best results. Feel free to experiment with other fruit jams for a unique twist! Perfect for a Thanksgiving feast or any special occasion.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 97 kcal
Protein 1g
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How to Make Luscious Pears In Raspberry Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Halve pears lengthwise, remove seeds and cores. Peel pears if desired.
  3. Place pear halves cut-side down in an oven-safe baking dish.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup raspberry jam, 1/4 cup pear juice, 2 tablespoons mirin, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (or 1/4 teaspoon cardamom), 1 vanilla bean pod (split lengthwise and seeds scraped), and a pinch of salt.
  5. Pour the raspberry mixture evenly over the pears.
  6. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until pears are tender when pierced with a fork.
  8. Remove the vanilla bean pod. Carefully arrange the pears cut-side up on a serving platter.
  9. Spoon the remaining sauce from the baking dish over the pears.
  10. Garnish with fresh mint or verbena leaves (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

65g

Fat

0g

Carbs

8g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Luscious Pears In Raspberry Sauce?

Luscious Pears In Raspberry Sauce takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Luscious Pears In Raspberry Sauce?

Luscious Pears In Raspberry Sauce has approximately 97 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Luscious Pears In Raspberry Sauce?

The key ingredients for Luscious Pears In Raspberry Sauce are Bosc Pears, Fresh Orange Juice, Raspberry Jam, Mirin, Cinnamon, Vanilla Pod. See the full list with measurements above.

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