Ingredients for Pears In Red Wine
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How to Make Pears In Red Wine
- In a large saucepan, gently heat 1 cup sugar, 1 cup red wine (or red grape juice), ½ cup water, 1 cinnamon stick, 4 whole cloves, and the zest of 1 lemon until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Peel 4 ripe but firm pears, leaving the stems intact.
- Carefully cut a small amount from the base of each pear to create a stable surface for them to stand upright.
- Gently add the pears to the saucepan.
- Cover the saucepan and simmer gently for 20-25 minutes, or until the pears are tender and beautifully colored by the wine (or juice).
- Carefully remove the pears from the saucepan using a slotted spoon, and place them upright in a heatproof bowl or dish.
- Increase the heat and boil the remaining liquid rapidly, reducing it to a thick, syrupy consistency. This will take approximately 10-20 minutes, depending on the quantity of liquid.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly.
- Strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the lemon zest, cinnamon stick, and cloves.
- Pour the strained syrup over the pears.
- Once the pears and syrup have cooled completely, chill them in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight. Spoon the syrup over the pears occasionally to enhance their color.
- Serve chilled. The syrup also makes a delightful topping for ice cream!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
171g
Fat
0g
Carbs
17g
