Marsala-Poached Pears
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Recipe Summary Marsala-Poached Pears
Whether for a special occasion or a weeknight dessert, our Marsala-poached pears are delectable served warm with a bit of ice cream or whipped cream. Easier than pie, with the wonderful flavor of Marsala wine.Ingredients | Poached Fish In Milk Recipes4 Bartlett pears, about 8 oz. each½ cup Holland House® Marsala Cooking Wine2 tablespoons packed brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract¼ teaspoon cinnamon⅛ teaspoon nutmeg2 tablespoons butterVanilla ice cream¼ teaspoon Toasted pecansDirectionsCut pears in half lengthwise and remove cores. Measure Marsala cooking wine into a small mixing bowl. Add brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg; stir to dissolve sugar.Melt butter in a large 12-inch skillet. Stir in Marsala mixture. Cook over medium heat until bubbly. Place pears in pan, cut side down. Cover and cook over medium-low heat 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand 30-45 minutes or until cool enough to serve.Place each pear half in a small bowl. Stir remaining sauce in pan; drizzle each serving with 1-2 teaspoons warm sauce. Top with a small scoop of ice cream, and if desired, toasted pecans. Serve immediately.Use an apple corer to easily remove cores from pear halves.If pears are really firm and green, add 5 minutes to the cooking time.Info | Poached Fish In Milk Recipesprep: 15 mins cook: 20 mins total: 35 mins Servings: 8 Yield: 8 servings
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