Best 2 Roasted Seckel Pears Recipes

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Roasted seckel pears are a delicious and easy dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a special occasion or a simple weeknight treat. The pears are roasted in a mixture of butter, sugar, and spices, which caramelizes the fruit and brings out its natural sweetness. The result is a tender, flavorful pear that is sure to please everyone.

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ROASTED SECKEL PEARS



Roasted Seckel Pears image

From the book White House Chef: Eleven Years, Two Presidents, One Kitchen by Chef Walter Scheib and Andrew Friedman.

Provided by Chef Au Vin

Categories     Dessert

Time 27m

Yield 4 pear halves, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons garlic, grated
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups pears, peeled and thinly sliced (from about 2 pears, Seckel or any ripe pear)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a medium bowl; combine the balsamic, butter, lemon juice and zest, sugar, garlic, ginger, and black pepper. Stir together well.
  • Add the pears and gently toss to coat them.
  • Arrange the pears on a nonstick baking sheet in a single layer without crowding.
  • Roast until cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.8, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 1.8, Carbohydrate 13.7, Fiber 2, Sugar 9.3, Protein 0.4

ROASTED SECKEL PEARS WITH VANILLA MASCARPONE CREAM AND THYME



ROASTED SECKEL PEARS WITH VANILLA MASCARPONE CREAM AND THYME image

Categories     Fruit     Dessert     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Fall     Spring     Winter     Potluck

Number Of Ingredients 12

Pears:
8 seckel pears (or 4 larger pears), halved and cored
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp unsalted butter, diced
1 tbsp granulated sugar
3 tbsp water
5 sprigs fresh thyme
Cream:
1 cup heavey whipping cream
1 whole vanilla bean
1/2 cup Mascarpone cheese
1 tbsp powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Place cored pear halves cut side up in a baking dish. Drizzle lemon juice over the tops of the pears, dot with butter and sprinkle with granulated sugar. Pour about 3 tablespoons of water into the bottom of the baking dish. Arrange thyme sprigs around the pears. Bake Seckel pears for about 30-40 minutes, flipping the pear halves to skin-side up halfway through baking. Larger pears will take longer to cook - estimate an additional 20 minutes or so. They are done when a fork easily slides through the flesh in the thickest part of the pear. Remove from oven and cool to room temperature. Meanwhile, pour cream into a medium mixing bowl. Slice a vanilla bean in half lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Add the gooey vanilla seeds to the cream and stir, then throw in the bean pod too. Refrigerate the cream mixture and mixing bowl for an hour or more. Remove the vanilla bean pod from the cream. Add the Mascarpone and beat on medium speed until well combined. Add the powdered sugar and continue beating until soft peaks form. Top each pear with a dollop of the cream mixture. Sprinkle with chopped fresh or roasted thyme leaves (from the pear roasting pan).

Tips:

  • Select ripe, firm Seckel pears: Choose pears that are slightly soft to the touch, with no bruises or blemishes.
  • Core and slice the pears: Cut the pears in half lengthwise and remove the core. Then, slice the pears into thin wedges.
  • Toss the pears with olive oil, salt, and pepper: This will help the pears caramelize and develop a delicious flavor.
  • Roast the pears at a high temperature: This will help them caramelize and develop a crispy outer layer.
  • Serve the pears warm or at room temperature: Roasted pears can be enjoyed as a side dish, dessert, or snack.

Conclusion:

Roasted Seckel pears are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They are perfect for a quick and easy snack, a healthy side dish, or a decadent dessert. With their sweet and slightly tart flavor, roasted Seckel pears are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a new way to enjoy pears, give this recipe a try!

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