Poached Pears with Cheddar |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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This elegant hors d'oeuvre combines fruit, cheese and bread. I make it often during the Christmas season. You can experiment with different types of cheese.Mary Ann Dell, Phoenixville, Pennsylvania Ingredients:
4 medium bosc pears |
1-1/2 cups cranberry juice |
1/2 cup sugar |
1/4 cup raspberry vinegar |
16 slices french bread baguette (1/2 inch thick) |
2 tablespoons butter, melted |
2 cups watercress |
8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, thinly sliced |
Directions:
1. Core pears from the bottoms, leaving stems intact. Peel pears. Place on their sides in a large saucepan; add the cranberry juice, sugar and vinegar. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 6-8 minutes or until pears are almost tender, turning once.
2. Remove pears with a slotted spoon; set aside. Bring poaching liquid to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to about 1/3 cup.
3. Meanwhile, brush bread with butter. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned.
4. Divide watercress among eight salad plates; top each with a pear half. Drizzle with poaching liquid. Place toast and cheese on plates. Yield: 8 servings.
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