Best 8 Blushing Cranberry Pears Recipes

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Want to impress your dinner guests with a dish that is both visually stunning and bursting with flavor? Look no further than blushing cranberry pears, a dish where halved pears are cored and filled with a delightful mixture of sweet and tangy cranberries, warm spices, and a hint of citrus. The pears are then baked until tender, resulting in a vibrant and juicy dish that is perfect for any special occasion.

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BLUSHING PEARS



Blushing Pears image

Prepare beautiful and delicious Blushing Pears for your next dessert. The only thing deeper than the color of these poached Blushing Pears is the fruit flavor.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pkg. (3 oz. each) JELL-O Raspberry Flavor Gelatin
1 qt. (4 cups) water
4 fresh pears, peeled
1/2 cup thawed COOL WHIP Whipped Topping

Steps:

  • Mix gelatin mixes and water in Dutch oven. Bring to boil on medium-high heat; cook 2 min. or until gelatin is completely dissolved, stirring frequently.
  • Add pears; partially cover pan with lid. Simmer on medium-low heat 20 min. or just until pears are tender, stirring after 10 min. Remove pears from liquid; discard pear liquid or reserve for another use. (See tip.)
  • Serve topped with COOL WHIP.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 30 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 1 g

BLUSHING CRANBERRY PEARS



Blushing Cranberry Pears image

These cranberry and cinnamon-flavored, sweet, pink pears are very delicious!

Provided by Noodlefork

Categories     Desserts

Time 3h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups cranberry juice cocktail
¼ cup white sugar
1 cinnamon stick
8 Bosc pears, peeled with stems intact

Steps:

  • Place cranberry juice, sugar, and cinnamon stick into a large saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, and simmer until the sugar dissolves. Meanwhile, peel the pears, leaving the stem intact.
  • Place the pears into the simmering juice and cover. Cook until the pears are tender, turning occasionally, 15 to 20 minutes. Once tender, remove the saucepan from the heat, and set aside to cool to room temperature. Turn the pears a few times as they cool so the color remains even.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45.1 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 3.6 mg, Sugar 33.8 g

PEAR CRANBERRY SAUCE



Pear Cranberry Sauce image

We don't care for regular cranberry sauce, so I usually perk it up with other fruit. This pear version is the one my family requests most often. It's sweet, tangy and a beautiful ruby-red color. Since it keeps well in the refrigerator, I often make it in advance.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield about 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2-1/2 cups cubed peeled ripe pears (about 3 medium)
1 cup water
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches), broken in half
1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries
1 to 1-1/4 cups sugar

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the pears, water, ginger and cinnamon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Stir in cranberries and sugar. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-12 minutes or until the cranberries have popped and sauce is slightly thickened, stirring several items. , Discard cinnamon sticks. Mash sauce if desired. Cool. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CRANBERRY PEAR PIE



Cranberry Pear Pie image

When our family is invited to holiday gatherings, this pie usually comes with us. The recipe is very versatile. You can make it with a double crust or replace the pears with baking apples. Serve it with ice cream or whipped topping. -Helen Toulantis, Wantagh, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons butter, melted
5 cups sliced peeled fresh pears
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
TOPPING:
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/3 cup cold butter, cubed
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Line a 9-in. pie plate with pastry; trim and flute edges. Set aside. In a large bowl, combine the flour, syrup and butter until smooth. Add pears and cranberries; toss to coat. Spoon into crust., For topping, combine the flour, brown sugar and cinnamon; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in walnuts. Sprinkle over filling. , Cover edges of crust loosely with foil to prevent overbrowning. Bake at 400° for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°. Remove foil; bake 35-40 minutes longer or until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483 calories, Fat 27g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 244mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

BLUSHING CRANBERRY PEARS



Blushing Cranberry Pears image

These cranberry and cinnamon-flavored, sweet, pink pears are very delicious!

Provided by Noodlefork

Categories     Desserts

Time 3h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups cranberry juice cocktail
¼ cup white sugar
1 cinnamon stick
8 Bosc pears, peeled with stems intact

Steps:

  • Place cranberry juice, sugar, and cinnamon stick into a large saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, and simmer until the sugar dissolves. Meanwhile, peel the pears, leaving the stem intact.
  • Place the pears into the simmering juice and cover. Cook until the pears are tender, turning occasionally, 15 to 20 minutes. Once tender, remove the saucepan from the heat, and set aside to cool to room temperature. Turn the pears a few times as they cool so the color remains even.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45.1 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 3.6 mg, Sugar 33.8 g

BLUSHING CRANBERRY PEARS



Blushing Cranberry Pears image

These cranberry and cinnamon-flavored, sweet, pink pears are very delicious!

Provided by Noodlefork

Categories     Desserts

Time 3h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups cranberry juice cocktail
¼ cup white sugar
1 cinnamon stick
8 Bosc pears, peeled with stems intact

Steps:

  • Place cranberry juice, sugar, and cinnamon stick into a large saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, and simmer until the sugar dissolves. Meanwhile, peel the pears, leaving the stem intact.
  • Place the pears into the simmering juice and cover. Cook until the pears are tender, turning occasionally, 15 to 20 minutes. Once tender, remove the saucepan from the heat, and set aside to cool to room temperature. Turn the pears a few times as they cool so the color remains even.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45.1 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 3.6 mg, Sugar 33.8 g

BLUSHING CRANBERRY PEARS



Blushing Cranberry Pears image

These cranberry and cinnamon-flavored, sweet, pink pears are very delicious!

Provided by Noodlefork

Categories     Desserts

Time 3h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups cranberry juice cocktail
¼ cup white sugar
1 cinnamon stick
8 Bosc pears, peeled with stems intact

Steps:

  • Place cranberry juice, sugar, and cinnamon stick into a large saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, and simmer until the sugar dissolves. Meanwhile, peel the pears, leaving the stem intact.
  • Place the pears into the simmering juice and cover. Cook until the pears are tender, turning occasionally, 15 to 20 minutes. Once tender, remove the saucepan from the heat, and set aside to cool to room temperature. Turn the pears a few times as they cool so the color remains even.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45.1 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 3.6 mg, Sugar 33.8 g

BLUSHING CRANBERRY PEARS



Blushing Cranberry Pears image

These cranberry and cinnamon-flavored, sweet, pink pears are very delicious!

Provided by Noodlefork

Categories     Desserts

Time 3h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups cranberry juice cocktail
¼ cup white sugar
1 cinnamon stick
8 Bosc pears, peeled with stems intact

Steps:

  • Place cranberry juice, sugar, and cinnamon stick into a large saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, and simmer until the sugar dissolves. Meanwhile, peel the pears, leaving the stem intact.
  • Place the pears into the simmering juice and cover. Cook until the pears are tender, turning occasionally, 15 to 20 minutes. Once tender, remove the saucepan from the heat, and set aside to cool to room temperature. Turn the pears a few times as they cool so the color remains even.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45.1 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 3.6 mg, Sugar 33.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, firm pears: This will help them hold their shape during cooking.
  • Use fresh cranberries: Frozen cranberries can be used, but they will not be as flavorful.
  • Don't overcook the pears: They should be tender but still hold their shape.
  • Serve the pears warm or at room temperature: They can be served with ice cream, whipped cream, or yogurt.

Conclusion:

Blushing Cranberry Pears is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet pears, tart cranberries, and warm spices creates a flavor that is sure to please everyone. This dessert can be served warm or at room temperature, and it is a great way to use up leftover pears. In addition to the tips above, there are a few other things you can do to make this recipe even better. First, you can add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup to the cranberry sauce for a sweeter flavor. You can also add a pinch of ground cinnamon or nutmeg to the pears for a more festive flavor. Finally, you can top the pears with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a truly decadent dessert.

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