POACHED PEAR AND DRIED APRICOTS WITH CHOCOLATE SAUCE

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Categories     Chocolate     Dessert     Quick & Easy     Pear     Apricot     Fall     Gourmet     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon dark rum
1 large pear
6 whole dried apricots, chopped
1/2 ounce fine-quality bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1/4 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • In a heavy saucepan combine the sugar, the rum, and 1/2 cup water and simmer the mixture for 2 minutes. Add the pear, peeled, halved, and cored, and the apricots and poach the fruit, covered, spooning the syrup over the pear occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the pear is tender. In a small heavy saucepan combine the chocolate, 2 tablespoons water, and the vanilla and heat the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly, until it is smooth. Transfer the pear halves to a work surface, cut them diagonally, into 1/4-inch-thick slices, and fan them onto 2 plates. Sprinkle the apricots over the pear slices and spoon the chocolate sauce around the fruit.

Jazmine Gomez
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I had some trouble finding dried apricots, but I was able to use dried peaches instead. They worked just as well.


Phillip Marsh
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This dessert is a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think it would be perfect for someone with a sweet tooth.


Ali Howlader
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I've never made poached pears before, but this recipe made it easy. The pears turned out perfectly and the chocolate sauce was delicious.


Hanif Molla
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and elegant dessert that's perfect for a special occasion.


Kamran Rj
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I'm not a big fan of pears, but I really enjoyed this dessert. The chocolate sauce really makes it.


Malik Faraz
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pears. I always have a few pears that are about to go bad, and this is a great way to use them up.


Sontosh kumar Murmu
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I made this for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best dessert he's ever had.


JOSEPHINE KORANTENG
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This dessert is so elegant and impressive, but it's also surprisingly easy to make. I'm definitely going to be making it again for my next dinner party.


Jerom Hettige
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The flavors in this dish are amazing! The pears and apricots are a great combination, and the chocolate sauce really brings it all together.


manonlove
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight dessert or a special occasion.


Dianne Mercado
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The pears are always perfectly cooked and the chocolate sauce is the perfect finishing touch.


Takur Jee
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I followed the recipe exactly and the results were fantastic! The pears were tender and juicy, and the chocolate sauce was rich and decadent. My family loved it!


anik biswas
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This dessert was a delightful treat! The pears were perfectly poached, and the combination of flavors from the apricots, chocolate sauce, and spices was divine. I will definitely be making this again.