Spice-Poached Apples or Pears

1. 1

   Put all the ingredients except the fruit in a large saucepan, turn the heat to medium-high, and bring to a boil.

2. 2

   As soon as the liquid boils, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer the syrup for 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Carefully drop the apples or pears into the pan and bring the syrup back to a simmer.

4. 4

   Cover the pan and cook until the fruit can be pierced easily with a thin knife, 10 to 15 minutes, depending on the fruit; check early and often.

5. 5

   Using a slotted spoon, transfer the apples or pears to a bowl.

6. 6

   Turn up the heat and boil the syrup for another 10 minutes, at which point youll have about 1 1/4 cups.

7. 7

   Pour the syrup over the fruit, cover, and let cool until slightly warm or at room temperature.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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