PEAR COMPOTE

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"I'm always looking for new ways to use fresh pears, and this recipe from my sister was a hit," shares Eileen Bishop of Vale, Oregon. Serve the pears for dessert , over oatmeal or alongside ham or chicken.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon aniseed
2 cups water
1/4 cup sugar
2 medium pears, peeled and cubed
1/3 cup dried apricots, halved
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup dried cherries
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Place aniseed on a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with kitchen string to form a bag. In a small saucepan, combine water and sugar. Add spice bag. Bring to a boil; boil for 5 minutes. Discard spice bag. , Add the pears, apricots, raisins and cherries to sugar syrup. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes or until pears are tender. Stir in lemon juice. Serve warm or chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 4mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (50g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tiffany Hodges
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This is the best pear compote recipe I've ever tried.


Md. Mohin Uddin
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I've made this compote several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Mr moyana Jack
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This compote is so easy to make, even a beginner can do it.


Ayaan Awan
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I love that this compote is not too sweet. It's the perfect balance of flavors.


babar feni
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This is the perfect recipe for a special occasion breakfast or brunch.


Fayaz Khan
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I've never been a big fan of pears, but this compote has changed my mind.


Liv Manzo
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This compote is a great way to use up leftover pears.


Warda Sahar
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I love the way this compote pairs with roasted chicken or pork.


SHAHZAIB AWANZADA
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I used this compote to make pear pie and it was the best pie I've ever had.


Keumawat Nikita
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This compote is so good, I could eat it straight out of the jar!


Shafiq Katende
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I've made this compote several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Diamen Sanchez
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy dessert. I always have pears on hand, so I can whip this up in no time.


Guljar Hussain
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand.


Casper Sky
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This compote is so easy to make and it's so versatile. I've used it on pancakes, waffles, and even ice cream.


Leswaleise Ignatious
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I'm not usually a fan of pear compote, but this recipe changed my mind. The pears were perfectly cooked and the sauce was amazing.


Md jahid Khan
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This is the best pear compote I've ever had. The pears are so tender and the sauce is so rich and flavorful.


Toni Bry
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I made this compote for a brunch party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the sweet and tangy flavor.


Nkululeko Mbatha
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This pear compote is absolutely delicious! The pears are cooked to perfection and the sauce is so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.