Vanilla And Red Wine Poached Pears

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   In a large saucepan, combine wine, orange zest, orange juice, sugar, vanilla bean pod, vanilla bean seeds and cinnamon stick. Add 1 2/3 cups water.

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   Arrange pears in pan. Cover surface with parchment paper then place a heatproof small plate over pears to keep submerged. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, over medium-low heat for 20 mins, or until pears are tender. Transfer pears to a large deep bowl. Cover.

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   Meanwhile, simmer remaining syrup over medium heat for 10 mins, or until reduced. Serve warm or cooled pears drizzled with syrup.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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