Maple & Cinnamon Poached Pears – De la Ferme a la Table – Episode 1
This Poached Pear Recipe..
is made with maple syrup, cinnamon, and honey – flavors that are perfect for fall and wintertime meals around the fire with close friends and family.
Pears are one of my favorite fall time fruits because they have a mild sweetness and come in so many beautiful shapes and colors. While traditional poaching involves wine/brandy and sugar, there are many varieties you can experiment with to create a flavorful dessert that complements your meal.
Plus – poached pears are a really unique option for wowing the crowd without having to spend hours in the kitchen with weird gadgets!
Maple and Cinnamon Poached Pear Recipe
1 – 2 firm bosc pears
1 1/4 c water
1/4 c maple syrup
1 – 2 T honey
2 cinnamon sticks
4 cloves
5 oz mascarpone cheese
1 1/2 t powdered sugar
cinnamon
caramel sauce (to drizzle)
The Deets:
Combine water, maple, honey, cinnamon sticks, & cloves. Add pears and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 15 minutes. Flip the pears. Simmer for another 15 minutes.
Refrigerate for 2 hours – or – overnight.
Mascarpone Cream:
Mix the mascarpone with the powdered sugar until smooth. Add in the maple syrup until mascarpone reaches a smooth consistency and desired flavor. Add in cinnamon.
Chill until ready to use. Bring to room temperature before serving.
Arrange pears on serving dish (1 or 2 halves per person). Place a generous dollop of the cream onto the pear using an ice cream scoop. Sprinkle a bit of cinnamon and drizzle warmed caramel sauce over the pears and voila!
