Pears in white zinfandel recipe

Pears in White Zinfandel recipe

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This delightful recipe combines the sweetness of ripe pears with the rich flavors of white zinfandel wine. The pears are gently poached in a fragrant mixture of white zinfandel, sugar, and spices, resulting in a tender and juicy fruit that is infused with the delicious wine essence. This elegant dessert is both simple to prepare and impressive to serve, making it perfect for special occasions or intimate gatherings. The combination of pears and white zinfandel creates a harmonious balance of flavors, with the wine adding a subtle depth and complexity to the natural sweetness of the fruit.

Keywords: pears, white zinfandel, recipe, dessert, poached

Pears in white zinfandel recipe details

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Ingredients

8 pears

2 cups white Zinfandel wine

2 Tablespoons lemon juice

1 cup sugar

2 teaspoons cinnamon

Zest of 1 lemon

1 teaspoon vanilla

Creme fraiche

Mint leaves

Instructions:

Peel and core pears. Set aside. In a deep saucepan, combine wine, lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, lemon zest, and vanilla. Bring to a boil. Add pears, stems up, and scoop spoonfuls of liquid over them. Simmer until pears are tender (10 to 20 minutes).

Remove pears and place in individual serving dishes. Strain liquid and boil until reduced by half. Pour wine sauce over pears. Let cool. Serve with crème fraiche on the side. Garnish with mint leaves.