Slow Cooker Poached Pears in Wine
These poached pears make an elegant dessert for a special dinner or holiday meal. The recipe is perfect for Valentine’s day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts, Pears
- Method: Slow Cooker
Ingredients
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- 6 Bosc pears, or Anjou (unpeeled)
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 3/4 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup red wine, such as Merlot or Cabernet
- 1 cinnamon stick, about 3 inches in length
Instructions
- Arrange the pears upright in the slow cooker.
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, juice, and wine. Break the cinnamon stick into 2 pieces and place in the slow cooker. Pour the juice mixture over the pears.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 4 hours, or until the pears are tender when pierced with a skewer or tip of a knife. Alternatively, cook the pears on HIGH for about 2 hours.
- Uncover the slow cooker and let the pears cool, basting frequently. Arrange the pears on a serving dish. Put the juices in a saucepan and simmer for 5 to 8 minutes, until reduced and flavors are more concentrated. Pour the juices over the pears.
- Refrigerate for at least an hour, or until thoroughly chilled.
Find it online: https://classic-recipes.com/slow-cooker-pears-wine/