Poached Pears in Saffron Citrus Syrup |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Simple, yet sophisticated dessert. Ingredients:
1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise |
1/2 teaspoon saffron thread, firmly packed |
3/4 cup superfine sugar |
2 teaspoons lemon rind, grated |
4 pears, peeled |
biscotti, to serve |
Directions:
1. Place the first 4 ingredients in a large saucepan with 2 cups of water.
2. Heat, stirring, over low heat until the sugar has dissolved.
3. Bring to the boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer.
4. Add the pears and cook, covered for 12-15 minutes, turning them halfway through.
5. Remove pears from liquid, and bring it back to boil, uncovered.
6. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until the syrup has reduced by half.
7. Remove the vanilla bean and drizzle syrup over the pears.
8. Serve with biscotti.
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