SWEET RIESLING PEARS

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With these aromatic poached pears simmering away, who needs expensive potpourri? This classic recipe will "wow" your guests as a seasonal dessert. It's simple and sumptuous. -Sunny McDaniel, Cary, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups Riesling or other sweet white wine
1/2 cup sugar
3 fresh rosemary sprigs
5 cups chopped peeled ripe pears
Vanilla ice cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring the wine, sugar and rosemary to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20-30 minutes or until flavors are blended. , Discard rosemary sprigs. Add pears to saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4-6 minutes or until tender. Remove pears with a slotted spoon; keep warm. , Bring liquid to a boil; cook and stir for 15-20 minutes or until reduced and amber-colored. Remove from the heat; stir in pears. Serve over ice cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 4mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Bonsani Ngubane
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These pears are a great way to use up leftover Riesling.


kani 1234
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I've never made anything like this before, but it was surprisingly easy. The pears turned out beautifully and the sauce was delicious.


Das
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pears turned out perfectly. They were tender and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful.


Ahmad Chohan
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These pears are so easy to make and they look so elegant. I'm definitely going to make them again for my next dinner party.


mahan mohammadianpour
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I'm not a big fan of pears, but these were actually really good. The sauce was especially delicious.


Rahul Shekh
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.


Trisha Trixie Hunter-Merrill
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I made these pears for my family and they were a huge success. Even my picky kids loved them!


Serita
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These pears are the perfect dessert for a special occasion.


Rikki Bjork
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I love how simple this recipe is. I can throw it together in no time and it always comes out great.


Wayne Chris
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. The pears are always tender and juicy, and the sauce is delicious.


Sitabi Yadav
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These pears were a hit at my dinner party! They were so easy to make and everyone raved about them.