Poached Pears With Pepper and Bay Leaf

1. 1

   Peel pears, cut in half vertically and remove cores.

2. 2

   Place pears in bowl with juice of one-half lemon and enough water to cover.

3. 3

   Set aside.

4. 4

   Place remaining lemon juice in large, heavy saucepan with wine, sugar, water, peppercorns and bayleaf.

5. 5

   Bring to boil, lower heat and simmer 20 minutes.

6. 6

   Drain pears and add them.

7. 7

   Simmer 10 to 15 minutes, until just tender.

8. 8

   Transfer pears to bowl with slotted spoon; be sure to drain well.

9. 9

   Boil down cooking liquid until about three-quarters cup, 10 minutes or so.

10. 10

    Remove from heat, discard bay leaf; stir in eau de vie.

11. 11

    Pour over pears; serve at room temperature.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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