Maple Pecan Poached Pears
Maple Pecan Poached Pears
Brie Thompson
6
5 minutes
15 minutes
Tender pears poached in apple juice and spoonfuls of warm maple pecans are the way I love to end a cozy fall meal. Apple Chai Sugar Shaker gives the poaching liquid sweet, spiced flavor, and a drizzle of Cranberry Spice White Barrel Aged Balsamic with a pinch of Vanilla Bean Infused Sea Salt makes every bite pop. It feels special without much fuss.
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Ingredients
- 3 Pears
- 4 to 5 cups Apple Juice
- 2 Tbsp Apple Chai Sugar Shaker
- 1 cup Pecans
- ½ cup Maple Syrup
- Cranberry Spice White Barrel Aged Balsamic, to finish
- ½ tsp Vanilla Bean Infused Sea Salt, to finish
Directions
Cut the pears in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds.
In a wide saucepan or braising pan, bring the apple juice and Apple Chai Sugar Shaker to a low simmer. Add the pear halves, cut side down, making sure the apple juice covers most of the pears. Cook until fork tender.
In a small saute pan, toast the pecans over medium heat until fragrant, 4 to 5 minutes, making sure they do not burn. Add the maple syrup and stir to combine. Cook until the syrup has thickened slightly, 2 to 3 minutes.
Plate the pears and top with a scoop of the maple pecans. Finish with a drizzle of Cranberry Spice White Barrel Aged Balsamic and a sprinkle of Vanilla Bean Infused Sea Salt. Serve immediately.