A formal dinner calls for an elegant dessert like these stuffed pears. A mild nutty filling pairs well with the tender, sweet fruit.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h30m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine almonds and salt in a food processor. Cover and process until almonds are finely chopped. Add oil; cover and process until blended. Set aside., In a large saucepan, combine pear juice, 1 cup wine, brown sugar and vanilla bean. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat; remove vanilla bean. With a sharp knife, scrape bean to remove the seeds; stir into sauce. Discard bean. Return to a boil; cook, uncovered, over medium heat for 50-55 minutes or until mixture coats the back of a metal spoon., Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400°. Slice 1 in. off the top of each pear and set aside. Core pears, leaving bottoms intact. Fill with reserved almond mixture. Place pears in a shallow roasting pan; replace tops. Add remaining wine. Bake, uncovered, 30-35 minutes or until pears are tender, basting occasionally. Serve with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 15g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 62mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
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Nidhi Vassantilal
[email protected]These pears were so easy to make and they turned out so delicious! I loved the combination of the sweet pears and the creamy almond butter filling. I will definitely be making these again.
Oscar Avalos
[email protected]I loved the combination of flavors in these stuffed pears. The pears were sweet and juicy, the almond butter filling was creamy and nutty, and the spices added a warm and inviting aroma. I will definitely be making these again.
Edward Saydee
[email protected]These stuffed pears were a great way to use up some ripe pears. The almond butter filling was a nice change from the usual sugar and butter filling. I will definitely be making these again.
Asim ali Eida
[email protected]These pears were so easy to make and they turned out so delicious! I loved the combination of the sweet pears and the creamy almond butter filling. I will definitely be making these again.
John Kh
[email protected]I loved the combination of flavors in these stuffed pears. The pears were sweet and juicy, the almond butter filling was creamy and nutty, and the spices added a warm and inviting aroma. I will definitely be making these again.
Shanii Ladra
[email protected]These stuffed pears were a great way to use up some ripe pears. The almond butter filling was a nice change from the usual sugar and butter filling. I will definitely be making these again.
Abdulsalam Wasilat
[email protected]These pears were so easy to make and they turned out so delicious! I loved the combination of the sweet pears and the creamy almond butter filling. I will definitely be making these again.
Mia Olvera
[email protected]I loved the combination of flavors in these stuffed pears. The pears were sweet and juicy, the almond butter filling was creamy and nutty, and the spices added a warm and inviting aroma. I will definitely be making these again.
Sano Hothi
[email protected]These stuffed pears were a great way to use up some ripe pears. The almond butter filling was a nice change from the usual sugar and butter filling. I will definitely be making these again.
princealamin officeal
[email protected]These pears were so easy to make and they turned out so delicious! I loved the combination of the sweet pears and the creamy almond butter filling. I will definitely be making these again.
mir murtaza
[email protected]I loved the combination of flavors in these stuffed pears. The pears were sweet and juicy, the almond butter filling was creamy and nutty, and the spices added a warm and inviting aroma. I will definitely be making these again.
Laraib Rasheed
[email protected]These stuffed pears were a great way to use up some ripe pears. The almond butter filling was a nice change from the usual sugar and butter filling. I will definitely be making these again.
Alhassan Fushena
[email protected]I made these pears for my family and they loved them! The pears were perfectly cooked and the almond butter filling was delicious. I will definitely be making these again.
Nofisat Abdulkareem
[email protected]These pears were so easy to make and they turned out so delicious! I loved the combination of the sweet pears and the creamy almond butter filling. I will definitely be making these again.
Sharyar Khan
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of pears, but these stuffed pears were amazing! The almond butter filling was so rich and flavorful, and the pears were perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making these again.
Tukesher Mukhiya
[email protected]I made these pears for a dinner party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The pears were sweet and juicy, the almond butter filling was creamy and nutty, and the spices added a warm and inviting aroma.
Naomi Foday
[email protected]These stuffed pears were a delightful treat! The almond butter filling was rich and creamy, and the pears were perfectly tender. I will definitely be making these again.