Poached Pears With Chocolate Sauce Recipe

Name: Poached Pears With Chocolate Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium firm pears; 2 cups water; 3/4 teaspoon clear vanilla extract; 1 cinnamon stick (2 inches); 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 tablespoon baking cocoa; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 6 tablespoons 2% milk

Servings: persons

2 medium firm pears
2 cups water
3/4 teaspoon clear vanilla extract
1 cinnamon stick (2 inches)
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon baking cocoa
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
6 tablespoons 2% milk

1
Core pears from bottom, leaving stems intact. Peel pears. Cut 1/4 in. from bottom to level if necessary. Place in a large saucepan; add the water, vanilla, cinnamon stick and nutmeg. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 35-40 minutes or until pears are almost tender.
2
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cocoa, cornstarch and cinnamon. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Cool.
3
Drain pears; place on dessert plates. Drizzle with chocolate sauce.

121

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium firm pears, 2 cups water, 3/4 teaspoon clear vanilla extract, 1 cinnamon stick (2 inches), and more.

Yes, Poached Pears With Chocolate Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Poached Pears With Chocolate Sauce

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