Utensils
Stovetop, Pot (small), Citrus juicer, Peeler
recipe
Step 1
Using a peeler, create long strips of orange zest, then juice the orange.
Step 2
Peel the pears (leaving the stem).
Step 3
In a pot, add the wine, sugar*, cinnamon sticks and orange zest. (Optional: Add a few pieces of star anise.) Add the orange juice and bring to a simmer. *Check out our tips for this recipe
Step 4
Add the pears to the pot and simmer for 10 minutes, covered, over low heat.
Step 5
Halfway through cooking, turn the pears.
Step 6
Remove the pears from the pot and let the wine reduce until it forms a syrupy sauce.
Step 7
Serve the pears with the sauce.
If you wish to reduce sugar quantities, you can remove up to ⅓ of the sugar in this recipe without altering flavor.
- Hannah, Food Editor
Personal notes
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Nutrition facts
Average estimated amount for one serving
| Energy | 379 cal. |
| Fat | 0.97 g |
| Carbohydrates | 77 g |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Fiber | 10 g |
Values are based on an average estimate for one serving. All nutrition information presented on Jow is intended for informational purposes only. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please consult with a health-care professional.
On average, one serving of the recipe "Red Wine Poached Pears" contains 379 Energy, 0.97 g of Fat, 77 g of Carbohydrates, 2 g of Protein, 10 g of Fiber.
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