Description
A simple and delicious dessert made with just four ingredients, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe pears
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Peel the pears, leaving the stems intact.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, and vanilla extract. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and add the pears to the saucepan.
- Simmer the pears for about 20-25 minutes, or until tender.
- Remove the pears from the liquid and let them cool.
- Serve the poached pears warm or chilled, drizzled with the poaching liquid.
Notes
- Choose ripe but firm pears for the best texture.
- Experiment with spices like cinnamon or star anise for added flavor.
- These pears can be served with ice cream or yogurt for a delightful treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pear
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg