Pear Compote Made with Red Wine

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   Peel the pears with a peeler and cut off a little piece of the bottoms to make them flat.

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   This is so they will not fall down when they're done.

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   If you want to simmer pear halves, cut them in half lengthwise and use a teaspoon to remove the core.

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   Cut the lemon into 5 mm round slices.

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   Add the red wine, water, and sugar to a pot and place over medium heat.

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   Bring to a boil and melt the sugar.

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   Turn the heat to low and arrange the pears so they are covered by the liquid.

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   If boiling the pears whole, the pears should be the right size so that they are just covered by the liquid.

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   Place the lemon slices and cinnamon stick on top of the pears and cover with a paper towel.

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    Simmer for 1 hour, ladling the liquid over the pears from time to time.

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    Turn off the heat and remove the lemon, cinnamon, and paper towel.

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    Let cool and put the pears in the refrigerator, still in the liquid, and leave in the refrigator overnight.

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    These are delicious eaten with vanilla ice cream.

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    If simmering pear halves or quarters, simmer for about 30 minutes to 1 hour.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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