Blushing Cranberry Pears
Blushing Cranberry Pears are poached in tangy cranberry juice with a warm hint of cinnamon, giving them a delicate rosy color and a gentle, spiced sweetness. The reduced poaching liquid adds a natural sheen and extra flavor. Perfect for a light dessert after a rich meal or a festive finish to a holiday spread.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Put the cranberry juice, sugar, and cinnamon stick in a large saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, and keep simmering until the sugar dissolves. Meanwhile, peel the pears, keeping the stems attached.
- 2
Place the pears in the simmering juice and cover. Cook, turning occasionally, until the pears are tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
- 3
When the pears are tender, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.
- 4
Turn the pears a few times as they cool so the color stays even.
- Calories 191.56 kcal Moderate
- Protein 0.68 g Low Source
- Carbs 47.3 g Moderate
- Total Fat 0.17 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 3.73 mg Low Source
- Fiber 6.18 g Good Source
- Sugar 36.1 g High
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 22.37 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.31 mg Low Source
- Potassium 246.07 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 1.91 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 28.29 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.