HONEY POACHED PEARS WITH CRèME FRAîCHE

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Provided by Sara Kate Gillingham-Ryan

Categories     Milk/Cream     Dessert     Poach     Low Fat     High Fiber     Winter     Chill     Healthy     Honey     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup honey
5 whole star anise
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Pinch of fine sea salt
6 medium firm but ripe pears (about 2 1/2 pounds), peeled, quartered, cored
1/2 cup crème fraîche or sour cream

Steps:

  • Combine 2 1/2 cups water, honey, star anise, lemon juice, and sea salt in large saucepan. Bring to boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Add pears; reduce heat and simmer until tender, turning occasionally, 4 to 6 minutes, depending on ripeness. Using slotted spoon, transfer pears to medium bowl. Boil liquid and star anise until reduced to 1 cup syrup, about 22 minutes. Pour syrup with star anise over pears. Cover and chill until cold, about 2 hours. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.
  • Remove star anise from syrup. Divide pears and syrup among 6 bowls. Top each with dollop of crème fraîche and serve.

unicorn squad
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This dish is a great way to get kids involved in the kitchen. My kids love helping me make the pears and the crème fraîche.


Jon Gerner
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great dessert for any occasion.


Broken Angel CORONA
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This recipe is a great way to showcase seasonal pears. I love the combination of the sweet pears and the tangy crème fraîche.


Sadeeq 5556
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the pears and the crème fraîche. I will definitely be making this again.


Abdul Rain
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pears. I love that it's so easy to make and that it can be served warm or cold.


Maria Majeed
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I'm always looking for new dessert recipes and this one definitely fits the bill. It's easy to make, delicious, and perfect for any occasion.


Waleed Salem
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This dish is a great way to get kids to eat fruit. My kids love the sweet pears and the creamy crème fraîche.


7th Shukonna
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've made it with different types of pears and different types of crème fraîche. It's always delicious.


AsadAli AsadAli
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This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner. It's easy to make and always impresses my guests.


Kesara Kaley
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This recipe is a great way to use up ripe pears. I love the combination of the sweet pears and the tangy crème fraîche. I've also tried this recipe with other fruits, such as apples and peaches, and it's always a success.


Arif Alikhan
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I'm not a big fan of cooking, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The pears turned out perfectly and the crème fraîche was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Alishba
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it's still delicious the next day.


David Atchison
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I love this recipe! The pears are always perfectly poached and the crème fraîche adds a touch of elegance. I've also tried this recipe with other fruits, such as apples and peaches, and it's always a success.


Faridul Islam
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This recipe is a keeper! The pears were so flavorful and the crème fraîche was a perfect complement. I served it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and it was the perfect dessert.


Khan Sha
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the pears and the crème fraîche. I will definitely be making this again.


Ami Gutierrez
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This dish was easy to make and turned out so delicious! The pears were perfectly poached and the crème fraîche was a great addition. I served it with a dollop of whipped cream and it was the perfect dessert.


Yilikal Mebrate
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I'm not a huge fan of pears, but these honey-poached pears were amazing! They were so soft and flavorful. The crème fraîche was the perfect complement to the pears. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Precious Oji
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These honey-poached pears were an absolute delight! The sweetness of the honey and the tartness of the pears balanced each other perfectly. The crème fraîche added a rich and creamy texture that took the dish to the next level. I will definitely be m