Star Anise Poached Pears In Red Wine

1. 1

   Peel, halve, and core the pears, and then place them in acidulated water to prevent browning.

2. 2

   Combine all of the remaining ingredients in a large pot and bring to a boil.

3. 3

   Reduce the heat to a poaching temperature and add the pears.

4. 4

   Add more water if needed to submerge the pears.

5. 5

   You can place a small lid on top of them or cut out a round piece of parchment paper with an inch and a half hole in the center to place on top of them.

6. 6

   Either method will help keep them submerged.

7. 7

   Cover the pot and poach until the pears are fork tender.

8. 8

   This will vary with their degree of ripeness but usually 10 to 20 minutes.

9. 9

   Allow them to cool in the poaching liquid.

10. 10

    You can also take some of the liquid and reduce it further to form a syrupy sauce.

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    Pour it over the pears with some ice cream if desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.